Unfair Dismissal Over the Phone: What Legal Steps Can My Friend Take?

A dear friend worked for a charitable organization for 4 years and was terminated over a phone call. All records in her custody show that she has performed above average. External consultants have also praised her work. No concrete reason was given for dismissal. She was not addressed officially before this termination happened and was simply told that she does not fit in line with the changes that will happen in the organization in the future. This is a gross injustice. What can she demand legally from the organization? She has made repeated requests by email, but no one from the organization is willing to reply to her in writing. The Executive Director has offered her her last month's salary and one month's salary as compensation. Additionally, no gratuity is being given to her.

Please help me with your comments and suggestions.

There are two solutions to your problem:

1. If your friend has a job in hand, then take the notice period salary, including the current month's salary. Gratuity is not applicable as she worked only for 4 years.

2. Another option, although more complicated but the strongest way, is to file a complaint against her employer with the Commissioner in the Labor Court. The court will automatically review all evidence, which they have refused to disclose to your friend.

3. Ask your friend to send a strong email indicating legal action. Request a genuine reply regarding her termination.

Surely she will find a solution.

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