Best to give deposition for ex-employer
Quick ReadI lost my administrative job that required me to issue disciplinary actions. An employee has filed a complaint. Can I be compelled to testify for the municipality?
Photo credit: iStock | Former employees may not necessarily be compensated for their time when giving a deposition or testifying for an ex-boss, but it is still considered a good idea to cooperate with these requests, experts say.
Carrie Mason-Draffen
Carrie Mason-Draffen Mason-Draffen, a business reporter, writes a column about workplace issues.
DEAR CARRIE: Because of budget cuts I lost my administrative job with a local municipality. In my former role I issued various disciplinary actions, including employment terminations. I carried out these actions at the request of a manager or supervisor and in consultation with human resources and labor relations. An employee has filed a complaint against the municipality. Do I have a legal obligation...
