Legal Assistance with Dismissal in the Hospitality Industry

Questioner

My daughter works in the hospitality industry and has a 4-hour contract. When she was hired, it was agreed that she would work during the week. She also has work obligations elsewhere. That went well until last week. She normally works a few days a week, the 4 hours are never in jeopardy. Now she was scheduled for a Saturday while she had already indicated that she could not work then. Earlier this week she had already worked 2 days. The employer has now fired her because she refuses to work. I think this is not correct. What are her rights and obligations in this and what should she do?

Lawyer

This is indeed not right if there are no weighty reasons for the employer to schedule your daughter anyway. The employer could perhaps have chosen other measures and not immediately proceed to dismissal on the spot. Your daughter must file a petition with the court within 2 months. It is advisable to seek legal assistance in this. If desired, you can contact me directly for further assistance.