A demotion is a step down in rank or job title for an employee. Usually a demotion means a loss in pay, benefits, and company privileges. Many employers use demotions in an attempt to keep an employee in the company.

I understand the at will part. I believe that on Monday I will either be fired or he will try to demote me. I just wanted to know that if I reject the demotion, Can I be fired? I think you are telling me that it is a yes. I want to have them fire me rather then have to take a demotion. i want to be eligible for unemployment.

Facing a demotion and pay cut is a challenging situation, particularly when you've dedicated years to the company. While you're an "at-will" employee, the circumstances surrounding the demotion could still be worth examining for any signs of age discrimination or other unlawful actions.

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That means that both sides have to agree--while you can choose to quit or resign and they cannot hold you, a demotion, much like a promotion, would require consent. If you request to be demoted, that request (and not an order) can be legally denied and the employer can require you to remain in your initial position going forward.

If you resign, however, you will not be eligible for unemployment benefits. If you do not accept the demotion, you will not be eligible for unemployment benefits. It has been my pleasure to assist you today with your information needs. It is my goal that you are satisfied. No expert can promise you an answer that is favorable to your circumstances.

I fear by continuing to workout a notice it sounds as if I made the decision to resign.. but that is not what happened I simply declined a demotion Employment Lawyer: byrdlegal If you are an employment at will, the only way you can have a cause of action against the company is if you can establish that in demoting you, they are discriminating ...

Customer: If I demote myself will my pay be effected Lawyer's Assistant: Have you discussed the demotion with a manager or HR? Or with a lawyer? Or with a lawyer? Customer: With a manager but the topic of pay did not come up Lawyer's Assistant: Is the workplace "at will" or union?

To have a claim for a wrongful demotion, one would have to prove they were required to be demoted for cause, usually this is covered by way of an employment contract. If you had no contract, and cannot prove the demotion was based on of the elements above, it is highly likely you have no legal recourse. I am sorry and wish I had better news.

Customer: I have been denied a request for demotion. I have been told by management and hr that there is no policy behind the denial. Lawyer's Assistant: Was this discussed with a manager or HR? Or with a lawyer? Customer: Both. But not lawyer Lawyer's Assistant: Is the workplace "at will" or union? Is the job hourly or salaried?