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I own a small business in Columbia, SC. A close friend has been referring clients to me for the last 7 years. These were clients her employer told her to move, and I helped her move them per her employer's guidelines. About a month ago, her employer fired her with cause, stating that she had been transferring business to me. She has retained an attorney and is fighting them. She has the fact they told her to move business documented in writing. Is there any reason that I might need to retain an attorney in this matter?
Optional Information: Country relating to Question: United States State (if USA): South Carolina Already Tried: I retained copies of all emails sent to this individual and furnished her with copies of them.
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I do not see any civil violation that you could be sued for,
unless the employer is going to claim you and her conspired in some way to defraud the employer.
Okay...I was concerned, for the employer told her to get rid of accounts with premiums under $2500 and we were working in concert with the employer, or so I thought.
I compete with the employer, but in the insurance business, it's friendly competition most of the time.
If the employer sued your company, then you should retain an attorney, however at this stage, it would be premature,
Okay...that's what I needed to know, for I don't want my name or reputation besmirched in any way. Thanks!
The employee that was terminated may be suing the employer for a wrongful Termination case, but you would not be involved, except as a witness, if ever.
If they try to defame or Slander you, then you should have an attorney send the employer a Cease and Desist letter threatening legal action if they continue to defame your company.
That's what has happened so far. I have worked with this person for 5 years prior to her current employment, and we're friends. This employer has done things that make me shake my head in disbelief.
I will most assuredly do that! Since insurance is regulated, should I also file a complaint with the commissioner if that occurs?
Yes, you cna do that, especially if the employer violated certain insurance regulations.
Okay.....thanks very much! That eases my mind, for my practice is still young, and I have built relationships based on honesty and trust.
Good luck, and if you have any further questions please do not hesitate to ask.
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The employee that was terminated may be suing the employer for a Wrongful Termination case, but you would not be involved, except as a witness, if ever.
If they try to defame or slander you, then you should have an attorney send the employer a Cease and Desist letter threatening legal action if they continue to defame your company.
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