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Is there a Utah or Federal law against firing an employee for smoking?
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Smokers are not a protected class, either federally or in your state, so the answer would be yes.I don't respond to Private Messages unless the moderator specifically refers you to me for that purpose. Thank you. -
So you are saying there is a law against termating an employee for smoking in Utah?Originally posted by Pattymd View PostComment
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Boy, did I goof THAT up; I had in my mind that you were asking if it were legal. Sorry I led you astray by my momentary brain freeze.Originally posted by melanie.comadena View Post
Since there is no law making it illegal, it would be legal for fire someone for smoking in your state.I don't respond to Private Messages unless the moderator specifically refers you to me for that purpose. Thank you.Comment
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I'll make it clear.
It is LEGAL to terminate someone for smoking in Utah.The above answer, whatever it is, assumes that no legally binding and enforceable contract or CBA says otherwise. If it does, then the terms of the contract or CBA apply.Comment
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Wow Patty...I was reading that and thought..."huh?" Glad it was cleared up.Not everything in America is actionable in a court of law. Please remember that attorneys are in business for profit, and they get paid regardless of whether or not you win or lose.
I offer my knowledge and experience at no charge, I admit that I am NOT infallible, I am wrong sometimes, hopefully another responder will correct me if that is the case with the answer above, regardless, it is your responsibility to verify any and all information provided.Comment
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As my new guy says, it was a blonde moment.Originally posted by CatBert View Post
I don't respond to Private Messages unless the moderator specifically refers you to me for that purpose. Thank you.Comment
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Many thanks everyone!Comment
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