I’m the Head of Content and Social Media at a digital agency in Goregaon, Mumbai. I was suddenly let go on November 2nd while I was on medical leave, without any warning or explanation. My boss then sent me a screenshot of a personal chat and an audio message on WhatsApp as the reason for my termination. My salary is due on November 7th, and I still have the company laptop with all my emails. Is this considered an illegal termination? If so, am I entitled to my notice period pay (2 months), salary, incentives, and leave arrears? I’ve been with the company for 8 months.

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Law Forum › Category: Labour & Service › I’m the Head of Content and Social Media at a digital agency in Goregaon, Mumbai. I was suddenly let go on November 2nd while I was on medical leave, without any warning or explanation. My boss then sent me a screenshot of a personal chat and an audio message on WhatsApp as the reason for my termination. My salary is due on November 7th, and I still have the company laptop with all my emails. Is this considered an illegal termination? If so, am I entitled to my notice period pay (2 months), salary, incentives, and leave arrears? I’ve been with the company for 8 months.
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Apni Law Staff asked 5 months ago

I’m the Head of Content and Social Media at a digital agency in Goregaon, Mumbai. I was suddenly let go on November 2nd while I was on medical leave, without any warning or explanation. My boss then sent me a screenshot of a personal chat and an audio message on WhatsApp as the reason for my termination. My salary is due on November 7th, and I still have the company laptop with all my emails. Is this considered an illegal termination? If so, am I entitled to my notice period pay (2 months), salary, incentives, and leave arrears? I’ve been with the company for 8 months.

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Apni Law Staff answered 5 months ago

Based on Indian labor laws, your termination while on medical leave without prior notice or explanation may be considered illegal. You are likely entitled to your notice period pay, salary, incentives, and leave arrears, as your termination was not justified. You should consult a lawyer for legal advice on how to proceed.

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