I can’t imagine an employer terminating a trainee that made it through their recruiting process just because of a speeding ticket and a minor car accident, particularly if driving is not a part of his job.As for an attorney, I always advise seeking counsel to get clarity about a situation, even if it’s just to help understand that there wasn’t any unlawful action so that they can put their mind at ease and move on.
My work partner doesn’t pull his weight. If I don’t compensate, our projects will fail. I’m tired of covering for him and handling the extra work, but I also don’t want to look bad, and I don’t want to get him in trouble. What do you suggest? Tell your slacker buddy that if he doesn’t start doing his fair share, you aren’t going to cover for him or let him make you look bad.
Tell him specifically what you expect, and if he doesn’t deliver, then you either keep covering and carrying the burden, or you tell your boss what’s going on.Gregory Giangrande has over 25 years of experience as a chief human resources executive. Hear Greg Wed. at 9:35 a.m. on