Legal Question in Business Law in Illinois

Possible Contract Breach?

I was terminated on my first day of employment, 5 minutes in. I was forced to sign a 90-day ''agreement'' that stated all of the usual BS like what I was expected to do, etc. The girl who fired me clearly said that I would be paid for the following 3 weeks. There is a specific clause in the contract that states that I am to receive 3 weeks written notice of termination prior to the term date - I clearly did not receive such a notice. Now this employer is saying that they have NO intention of paying me at all for the next 3 weeks. Is this a clear breach of contract or am misunderstanding? Your input is greatly appreciated.


Asked on 10/20/08, 11:01 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Motty Stone Law Offices of Motty Stone

Re: Possible Contract Breach?

I think the first question to ask is why you were fired, a lot of these contracts forgo the written notice and grace period depending on why you are fired.

I also imagine there is an "introductory period" where either you or the boss can terminate employment without any notice or severance pay etc.

Most importantly though, you cannot say there is a breach of contract without reading the contract. If you want to talk about the details, please feel free to contact us.

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Answered on 10/20/08, 3:19 pm


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