I was recently let go due to a new HR director who subscribes to CRT. She felt my efforts to remove a poor-performing employee with a severe disrespectful attitude was not in keeping with her philosophy of "providing a job for everyone" despite the ability to do the job. I am going to let you play the "guess the race" game.
My question, which is not in keeping with this group's general message is about buying my own healthcare. Has anyone had experience buying a personal plan, if so what was your experience? Is it possible to get a good plan for a single person? Any insight offered is appreciated.
I apologize for creating a post, not in keeping with the theme of the group, but I this is my only social media outlet and I could use some help.
Thank you.
File a complaint with the EEOC, for hostile work environment. I believe it’s offered by the government, or something like that so it shouldn’t cost you anything. It’s a basic right, to fight back if your unlawfully fired. I don’t know if you had insurance with this company or corporation before, but if you did, you could apply for COBRA, and should be able to keep your insurance, it costs more but it’s still less than having to have individual insurance. The upside is this, if you’re not working, and the unemployment that you receive is under a certain amount, you should qualify for welfare of some kind. Especially because of the pandemic, they’ve change some of the requirements. I don’t know what state you live in, or how all that works there, but these are some options you have. Definitely contact the EEOC. Are used to work for human resources for a large corporation. When people filed lawsuits against the company, they usually settle out of court. I need money that you can get for them for firing you with an unlawful cause, it’s a benefit that to you that you should use. I know some people don’t want to use the welfare system, but in a pinch, until you get a job, you may as well. Because all of these illegals coming in are going to use it anyway. At least you put into it, don’t be too proud!
There's nothing wrong with drawing unemployment insurance, because after all, we've paid for it. States have 'unemployment fund' payroll taxes.
I wouldn't feel guilty paying $250/month for auto insurance for years and then suddenly filing a $200,000 claim because I need major surgery. That was part of the contract.
Word! I feel ya!
Thanks for the advice. It is not something I would normally consider but maybe I should.
It has been a difficult pill to take. I have been steadily employed since I was 18 (I'm in my early 50s now). I feel so betrayed. When I was interviewed for the position, I was specifically asked by the EO if I had the skills to terminate poor-performing employees. My boss and the old HR director actually said to me that this person was "the worst employee in the whole group". I was simply doing what I was asked to do.
Unfortunately, we got a new HR Director and she had a different idea. It is my belief that she rationalized with me being white, "I had a better chance of getting another job" than the other person.
The biggest betrayal was that I did everything I could to help her when she first started. In an effort to build a strong working relationship, I took her out to lunch several times. She talked about race every time we went to lunch, and at first, I was open to having an honest dialog. Then one lunch she came right out and said “all white people are racist”, it was at that point I had to tell her that I didn’t feel comfortable discussing race anymore. After that, she started with the silent treatment and not even looking me in the face when we would encounter each other in the hall.
I am a very up-front person, so I struggle with a person harming me for no good reason. I have MS, which she knew, and taking away my ability to earn living and have healthcare goes beyond my ability to perceive her as being human.
Immediately get on unemployment like within two weeks, it’s your money so take it
Again that is something I have never really used before, but I am signing up tomorrow.
Thanks for the reply.
Every dollar you can get from the government is one less dollar Hunter Biden can spend on coke and whores. Grab it all.
If you are in good health you might try Medishare. It is cheap.
Nice, I’ve done it before, easy money. Don’t forget they tax it though
I was unfairly not contract renewed once, but God then blessed me with the best job I have ever had! I pray the same blessing for you.
EEOC claims and other things have timelines that you must meet. Do it quickly before time runs out. From my understanding of the EEOC process, nearly all claims are dismissed after being investigated... Don't be discouraged, the dismissal is actually a right to sue letter. It means you have to use your own lawyer and not the government taking the case on your behalf.
It would probably be best to work with a lawyer before you file, but better to file than not at all. It's not about the money, its about the principle. Go woke, get broke.
Health insurance is overpriced. You will have an eye opener. When I lost my job, I had x number of days to elect COBRA. I waited just under x number of days before getting my own insurance. If I got sick, I would have bought COBRA. This saved me a month or two of premiums. For insurance, it was easier for me to avoid the exchange and buy insurance directly from the insurance company.
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. It's a shame that people get shanked for trying to do what's right.
Maybe God has something better lined up for you, it's worth considering whether there are other avenues you could/would like to pursue.
I worked in the corporate world for many years. People can be very catty. I’m sorry you had to experience this, but the Lord will bring you to something bigger and better. To be honest, he did you a favor. Having to work with a person like that every day can be quite difficult, and make somebody very downtrodden. Lift your head high! You no longer have to be in the presence of somebody who thinks that they’re better than you based on the color of your skin. Nobody deserves to be treated like that! I pray that you find a better job and a happier life. If in time that happens please get back to me and let me know, I’m excited to hear about your new future and what’s gonna be happening with you. God bless you and have a great day!
Thank you so much for the message. Your thoughts are appreciated. You are right about the atmosphere. It was very toxic. Truthfully I only stayed because the money was good.
Again, thank you for the sentiment. All the best to you and I return your wishes for good things heading your way too.
Take care.