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Posted: Apr 28, 2010

I was hired by company initials "P" under the conditions that my computer meet their specifications.  I was told my computer met their specification and then offered employment.  I accepted. Their technicians worked on my computer for 2 weeks straight and installed faulty software, and then I was told my system would not meet their specifications and I needed to have my computer XP deleted and reinstalled or buy a new computer.  I had my computer checked out and was told my computer was absolutely fine and nothing is wrong with any component on my computer.  I worked for 2 weeks without pay with their technicians and then their company's software technicians and watched as they logged onto my computer and deleted and reinstalled my registry.  I informed them my computer was deemed in great condition and that it turns out their software has an error.  They gave me the run around for days and each email I begged for another account to work and asked them to supply with the information their techs deleted from my system.  They gave me the run around and stated it was my computer.  I asked them to restore my computer to its orginal state, so I can see if is my computer and to give me another account that did not require that system.  They refused to say yes or no, but said I must have a telephone meeting with them and said if I do not, they would assume, I resigned my position.   I have asked and begged for work for two weeks and kept every email.  Per their phone conversation, they tried to say they did not do anything on my computer. I asked if they were terminating me, and she said due to my bad behavior and unwillingness to work for them, they were terminating my employment.  I asked for this in writing, as in every email I sent and saved, I begged for work on another account,  I told them my computer was in good working condition, and it was deemed their softwared, I asked to be switched to another account, and they threatened me into a phone meeting and said due to my bad behavior and unwillingness to work for them, they were firing me.  Let's all laugh together at this one.  I was not paid for any time waiting for work, nor the 6 days they spent hours working on my computer.  I think I am calling the labor board also. 

Fired "P" in Clearwater Florida? - mtnmt

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That sounds like the incompetent leadership I'm working for. Can you verify the city they are located in?

I google.com medical transcription clearwater florida. - .

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Not sure what recourse there is but maybe call and ask a higher up supervisor at (what do they call it nowdays) state unemployment office ??? I would call and ask if any recourse in this situation and but also to prevent it happening to others down the road. Talk to somebody really informed, not just a clerk

Save all correspondence - RLee

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I would save all emails as well as keep in hand the verification from where you had your computer checked out that it is in good working condition and it was the company's software. I would contact the labor board as well, but in my state a company can hire and fire at will with no reason for such. I would contact my local dept of labor and explain and show verification of all correspondece - you may be entitled to unemloyment benefits - do not know. Even though you did not actually perform any work for this particular company - they did hire you. You may be eligible for benefits from your prior job, as the unremmployment benefits go by quarters, which means what you have made in the last year or so. I would report them to the Better Business Bureau in your state as well. Good luck !!!

OH myyy Bad company and I DO believe you. - .

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this is why I just hate to have tech support come into my PC. Never know what they do, and what stuff is left behide when leaving the company that causes potential problems down the line. I recall sitting for days too sitting at my PC for HOURS since had to be there if tech wanted something.
Not sure what you can do. I too ask/asked to be sure my PC is returned to original. I guess you could have the PC checked over to see if original state, if not get an estimate (3) I guess for costs to do so and take to small claims court to recovery at least those costs. Email me can give the procedure of small claims court. People treat other people so badly. I sure would pursue this labor board, businesslicensing companyies, State Attorney General Office of your state and make a complainat (Google.com your state plus attorney general. They investigate complaints. Keep your paper work, time spents, who spoke to, emailed. Get contact names, phone numbers, email addresses, fax numbers etc Provide complete info

With My Issue With Siance..... - jm0405

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My deal with Sciance, like your aformentioned problem, they still owe me $150 for wages unpaid and because they were sooooo late in paying me, Labor Board is charging them $600 because they were supposed to have me paid in full no later than April 8th and it is now April 28th and they still have not paid in full.

They told me that if I wanted to go after Siance for lost wages totalling $150 + all the late fees I have had to pay in my rent, $350 so far, I can take them to small claims court for that $500 if I choose to. They don't deal with this part - they only deal with wages.

Good luck to you!

Sue THEM for messing up your computer! - Glad you saved everything

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Good luck!

Clone computer hard drive - before you let someone mess it up

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It's wise to protect your computer and all your work getting it the way you want BEFORE you let some "strangers" work on your system.

I do this by cloning my hard drive. It does require some technical skills.

First, you buy another hard drive.
Second, you attach the hard drive as the "second drive on your system."
Third, you use free software to make an exact copy of your original hard drive onto the new one.
Fourth, you remove the new hard drive and store it away until you need it.

I would guess someone would do this for you for around $100 to $150 if you do not have the skills.

BONUS: If your hard drive fails, as they all do, you just throw away that hard drive and install the new hard drive.

I do this every 4 years, and I essentially have a new system. In other words, I expect my 8-year-old computer to run at least 4 more years.

Setting the record straight. This MT was not fired. - TB

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Setting the record straight. This MT was not fired. She was never hired. Upon installation and trouble-shooting with her computer Nuance Corporation (Dictaphone) technical staff advised there was a problem with her PC and they advised reloading the operating system. This MT refused to reload her operating system and therefore offer of employment was rescinded.

Why would you install your software on someone's computer you haven't hired? - anon

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Doubtful.


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