Originally Posted By: doitmyself
Since nothing bad happened here, the business should just reprimand him. But, I suppose this would set a precedence also.
As noted in the article, this wasn't the guy's first policy violation for this type of situation. He had previously attempted to chase down a shoplifter.
Meijer reprimanded him then and he continued employment with the company.
Good or bad, we all know why large stores have such policies. Meijer gave the guy a warning, which is more than most would do. How many chances does somebody get and how long does a store keep around an employee who doesn't listen?
As bad as lawsuits are people who knowingly do stupid things, things that will get them fired, and when they do get fired, run to the media for sympathy. I guess it's cheaper to attempt to shame a company into rehiring you through the press than it is to actually hire a lawyer.
Since nothing bad happened here, the business should just reprimand him. But, I suppose this would set a precedence also.
As noted in the article, this wasn't the guy's first policy violation for this type of situation. He had previously attempted to chase down a shoplifter.
Meijer reprimanded him then and he continued employment with the company.
Good or bad, we all know why large stores have such policies. Meijer gave the guy a warning, which is more than most would do. How many chances does somebody get and how long does a store keep around an employee who doesn't listen?
As bad as lawsuits are people who knowingly do stupid things, things that will get them fired, and when they do get fired, run to the media for sympathy. I guess it's cheaper to attempt to shame a company into rehiring you through the press than it is to actually hire a lawyer.