We’ve all had our fair share of workplace drama, but this ex-employee’s story takes it to a whole new level! Two years ago, they were offered a new job with better pay, benefits, and a shorter commute. The only catch? Their current contract still had four months left. After multiple attempts to discuss their contract with their boss, they decided to accept the new offer. But when their boss found out, he fired them on the spot! And now, the ex-employee is threatening legal action because their former boss is still using their face to promote his business.
Sweet Deal from Competitor

Contract Extension Drama

Running Out of Time ⏰

Confronting the Boss

Decision Time ⚖️

Boss Offers Extension, but…

Accepting the New Offer

Boss Gets Mad

Starting the New Job

Face Still on Old Company’s Website ️

Requesting Removal

Threatening Legal Action ⚖️

Ex-Employee’s Dilemma: To Sue or Not to Sue?
After being fired for accepting a better job offer, our ex-employee finds themselves in a sticky situation. Their former boss is still using their face to promote his business, despite their departure two years ago. They’ve tried asking nicely, but the boss refuses to remove their likeness from the company website. Now, they’re left with a tough decision: take legal action or let it slide? ⚖️ Let’s see what the internet thinks of this predicament…
Former employee considering legal action over use of likeness.
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Former boss refused compromise, ex-employee takes legal action. NTA

Former employee discusses legal action over use of image.

Former employee explains difference between retaliation and consequence.

Former employee has no legal recourse, but suggests humorous revenge

Former employee threatened legal action against ex-boss. NTA for taking action.

Defending oneself against image usage doesn’t stoop low.

NTA plays it smart with legal threat

NTA for wanting to stop ex-boss using your image

Consulting an attorney for contract dispute. NTA.

Former employee upset about image usage, but legal action unlikely

Former employee may have legal grounds for action.

Lawyer up and go for it! Good luck

Former employee threatens legal action over video featuring them. YTA?

Former employee seeks justice for contract breach

Check your contract first, but speaking to an attorney recommended

Legal expert explains potential rights in employee likeness

Former boss accused of pettiness, commenter says NTA

Former employee advised to consult lawyer regarding promotional video dispute

Can you really sue for anything?

Former boss gets what he deserves, ex-employee not at fault

Photographer suggests legal action against former boss & photographer ⚖️

Fired unfairly? Get that from your ex-boss!
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Ex-boss uses ex-employee’s likeness for 2 years out of spite

Former boss gets called out, NTA prevails

NTA ex-employee hints at juicy revenge story

Former boss used ex-employee’s face for marketing without permission. NTA.

Former boss in hot water for using ex-employee’s likeness

Protecting professional image Stick to guns and get lawyer

Get legal advice, it might cost $100ish but worth it

Protect your reputation and sue him for professional damages!

Former employee stands up for themselves, no a**holes here

NTA comment suggests legal action for wrongful termination.

Supportive comment wishes success on lawsuit against ex-boss

Former boss gets what he deserves! NTA

Consult a lawyer before filing legal action

Standing up for yourself is not wrong. NTA

Employee stands up for their rights in face recognition dispute
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Former employee gets revenge on ex-boss? Nope, not today!

Stand up for yourself! Legal action may be necessary.

Former boss gets a taste of karma, ex-employee not having it
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Legal action threatened against ex-boss for likeness usage. NTA.

Supportive comment encourages legal action with NTA acronym.

Go for it! NTA, legal action may be necessary

Fight back! NTA has every right to sue ⚖️

Employee asserts legal rights, receives NTA judgement from commenter.

Former employee morally and legally justified in taking legal action

NTA comment predicts capitalist downfall

Underwhelming comment receives no replies

Former employee takes legal action against former boss for using likeness

New company could capitalize on ex-employee’s legal threat

Helpful advice on potential legal issues.

Take legal action ⚖️, you’re NTA in this situation.

Former boss in hot water for using ex-employee’s image

Get a lawyer and scare your ex-boss into taking it down

Protecting your likeness: a former employee’s legal threat

Former employee receives support after threatening legal action

Former employee considering legal action against ex-boss for likeness usage.

Stand your ground! You’re NTA for taking legal action

Unfair dismissal and a boss with questionable motives

Take down the pic to avoid legal action

Former employee may not have a case, but deserves compensation.

Supportive comment encourages ex-employee to take legal action

This comment section is empty ♂️

Clearing likenesses is crucial in advertising to avoid lawsuits. NTA

NTA comment receives no replies, but speaks volumes

Supportive comment. Go get ’em!

Former employee seeks justice after civil settlement rejected

Former employee wants image taken down, but company has rights

Former employee requests reasonable action against ex-boss

Wishing luck to ex-employee’s legal action

Get a lawyer to avoid legal troubles

Standing up for yourself: NTA takes legal action against ex-boss

Legal action may be possible depending on employment contract

NTA gets support for taking down entitled ex-employee

Legal advice needed for NTA ex-employee situation

Legal action threatened over ex-employer’s use of likeness

Simple and straightforward response, nothing to see here

Cheering on the NTA and eagerly awaiting the legal showdown!
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Last Updated on May 29, 2023 by Diply Social Team