Legal Question in Employment Law in New York

can I be ''cut'' from work

I work at a restaurant as a waiter. Can I be ''cut'' before the start of my shift if my employers suspect a slow business day? Or am I guaranteed my shift no matter how many guests come in to the restaurant?


Asked on 7/11/06, 2:49 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Loeb Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb

Re: can I be ''cut'' from work

Unless you have a contract or are a member of a union, you have no guarantees. You have no "right" to work. You can be cut prior to a shift, or even during the shift, provided you are paid for the time actually worked.

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Answered on 7/11/06, 2:53 pm


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