Work: Today, I found out via a voicemail from my boss that my hours...

By xRyu - 09/10/2014 00:30 - United States - Denver

Today, I found out via a voicemail from my boss that my hours are being cut. He said, "They said I can't fire you, so you'll only be getting 20 hours a week. Starting today." Who'd they give my other 20 hours to? The one person that calls off sick almost daily and is never on time. FML

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By Anonymous - 14/11/2020 14:08 - United States

Today, I once again got less than 20 hours of work for the entire week. My boss's solution? Double the staff. FML

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By robthebuilder - 26/10/2010 06:35 - Canada

Today, while at work, I was asked to see my boss. I was informed that the company would be laying off 20 people, and that I was one of them. I was told I could finish off the week, then was sent back to work. Twenty minutes later, my boss walked around and handed us all Christmas party invitations. FML

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Suit yourself

By AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA - 21/06/2024 05:00 - United States

Today, my coworker, who constantly no-shows, ranted to me about his work hours being reduced. He somehow doesn't realize that he's the problem. We're understaffed as of now, so they can't fire him, and I have to be there constantly to make up for him being a lazy ass. My days off have been few and far between. FML

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By Anonymous - 08/01/2011 08:38 - United States

Today, I found out I'm getting laid off. However, they're keeping my coworker who rarely shows up and sleeps all the time when he's there. FML

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Taking the mickey

By Anonymous - 23/06/2024 05:00 - United Kingdom

Today, exactly 19 seconds after I logged on, my boss Zoom-called me to let me know 3 people are out sick, probably until Monday, so if I wouldn’t mind doing their work as well so we don’t fall behind, within working hours, no overtime available. He wasn’t happy when I told him no. FML

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By Anonymous - 27/01/2016 05:41 - United States - Spring

Today, my boss got mad at me because I told her that I wouldn't be able to work two days out of the week, due to college classes. She then cut back my hours so much that I now only work one day a week. I got the job in the first place to pay for my college classes. FML

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By NotAMorningPerson - 12/02/2011 04:02 - United States

Today, after informing my boss that I needed stress leave from my 70-hour-a-week shifts, I got my new work assignment. Sixty hours a week, starting at 2 a.m. FML

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By monochromatic - 20/02/2010 03:13 - United States

Today, I found out that the 20% pay cut that the "management team" took at my job really only applied to... me. I also found out that my closest friend at work has been lying to me about it, and telling my boss everything I say. His pay was never cut. I guess it pays to be the boss's snitch. FML

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By Anonymous - 19/11/2010 19:38 - United States

Today, after three weeks of my boss telling me how much he appreciates my hard work and has submitted my name up for a promotion, he called me into his office to announce I'm being laid off. FML

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Stuck

By Anonymous - 21/10/2020 20:01 - Australia - Sydney

Today, I was told by my boss if I was late one more time he fired me. I replied, "Can I quit then if that's the case." He then said no, and gave me more shifts. FML

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MaddyLannister 8

Thursday 9 October 2014 11:01

he fits the definition of a Horrible boss I'm sorry :)

more4me 27

Thursday 9 October 2014 11:02

I would use the time off to start looking for a better job where they appreciate you. Sometimes, you just can't win and it's time to move on. Best of luck, OP !

Comments

alyssabreanne90 16

Thursday 9 October 2014 15:45

OP did not mention anything about slandering or discrimination, and unless he had a contract or is part of a union, typically employment is "at will" and can be terminated at any time without there being a reason.

rainbowdonnareed 18

Thursday 9 October 2014 16:03

I agree call your local workmens comp office and trust me you will get paid! normally these are he said he said cases but your boss left that VM! did you complain to hr once?

HowlPendragon 5

Thursday 9 October 2014 16:11

Technically, it's creative dismissal. Not slander or discrimination. Nice try though. =) Source: I'm a legal assistant.

HowlPendragon 5

Thursday 9 October 2014 16:14

You do have a legal case - on the grounds of Creative Dismissal. At the law office I work at, we're handling one of these cases right now, and we're aiming for $100,000+ in damages. Take the voicemail to a lawyer. Normally, they offer a half hour free consultation. No harm in finding out your options. =)

fonkimonki 7

Thursday 9 October 2014 16:14

Check the labour laws where you are. Can your boss legally do that? Meanwhile, look for a place to work where you can be better appreciated

AFaye3964 17

Thursday 9 October 2014 16:37

why wouldn't he fire that person then?

gameover18 17

Thursday 9 October 2014 16:38

take it to a Lawyer

kalbrek009 20

Thursday 9 October 2014 17:15

Been there...4 years ago my old employer gave half of my hours to someone just like that too....one of the many reasons I quit working there 3 1/2 years ago

Misoranomegami 16

Thursday 9 October 2014 17:26

Good! If you like the job and can afford it stick it out for a bit. Since the other person is unreliable someone else in management is bound to notice (if he's not allowed to fire someone's over him) and there's a chance you'll soon be out of a lazy coworker and an asshole boss.