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> In a similar vein, the employees don't own their position at the company. Employment arrangements are made through mutual agreements. > If the company says s
by richbell 3y ago
> In a similar vein, the employees don't own their position at the company. Employment arrangements are made through mutual agreements.
> If the company says something an employee doesn't like, the employee is free to leave.
> If the employee says something the company doesn't like, the company is free to dismiss the employee.
If an employee loses their job they may not be able to pay rent or buy groceries. If SpaceX fires an employee they have 10,000+ that can pick up the slack. Similarly, companies often have large legal teams on retainer whereas getting legal repression can be difficult for individuals.
It's not an equal playing field, hence why workers protections are important.
- throwaway09223 3y ago> It's not an equal playing field, hence why workers protections are important. That's why unemployment is important. None of these factors prevent someone from being let go without notice. Those points aren't germane to whether someone can be laid off. Criticizing the CEO isn't a protected activity in any event.
- Sleaker 3y agoBut criticizing the way the rules are being enforced and the selective nature of them IS a protected activity. This is clearly detailed in the article and suit.
- throwaway09223 3y agoIt's an accusation. It's incorrect. Let's wait and see what results from the litigation.