Legal Question in Employment Law in Kentucky
termination
Can a mayor fire a city employee for violation of a city policy instead of suspension or written reprimand in order to strengthen the city's defence against a lawsuit filed by another employee?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: termination
It would likely depend on the nature of the violation. If the violation committed generally results in lesser dsicipline, then the termination may be improper. Also, it would depend on exactly how the termination of the employee bolsters the city's defense and the role the terminated individual had played in the litigation. Depending on the circumstances, it may be unlawful termination. I can only answer as specifically as the question posed. If you would like to contact me with more specific information, I would be happy to provide a more detailed response. I can be contacted at the number in my profile or at [email protected].