Q. I have a friend who was recently fired for carrying a handgun at work. She has worked here for 15 years and was an exemplary employee. The majority of employees when hired receive an employee handbook that states company rules and policies. Frequently new employees are asked to sign a document stating that they received the handbook and agree to abide by the policies set forth.
Most employee handbooks have a clause that prohibits an employee from carrying a firearm on the job.
With the increase in workplace violence, employers must take any case that has a potential to cause violence seriously. In the best interest of all the employees, the company and its customers, employers cannot afford to retain anyone bringing firearms into the office. She can file a grievance, but her chances of winning are slim to none. File claim before surgery Q. Please help me. In June I had surgery on my left hand for carpal tunnel.