This is a nightmare

[lizziegrace]

Most of you know that I went to work for a CPA with certain things negotiated prior to my hire. Not a single item has been honored, except my hourly rate. Basically, I'm a contractor who's having taxes withheld. I don't get paid if I'm not here. I have no idea if I'm even entitled to sick leave or vacation. I had to ask for 2 weeks if we worked the day after Thanksgiving.

The 6 story building we're in is undergoing massive remodeling. The dust is unbelievable as they literally tear this 30 year old building apart. I've had a headache for 3 solid weeks. Today, they're using some type of solvent or adhesive and it's coming through the ventilation system. (I have to wear a respirator to use bleach because I have asthma.) My head is spinning, but leaving means no paycheck and probably losing the job.

I know the easy thing to say is leave. That is not an option. I have $6 in my account until Friday (payday). An afternoon away means $100 gone.

Please keep me in your prayers. I HAVE to get out. I'm at the end of my rope with nothing left to hang on to.

[reyd reid reed]

1. ...

:hug::hug::hug:

[BarenakedLady]

2. I'm so sorry.

:hug: :hug: :hug:

[lizziegrace]

3. Thanks to you both

Just when I think my life can't get worse, it does. What am I doing wrong? What *did* I do that was so bad? :banghead:

[crim son]

4. I will say a prayer right now, lizziegrace.

The feeling & facts behind it are not unfamiliar. :hug:

[lizziegrace]

5. Thank you

:hug:

Nothing like being trapped, right? :(

[billyskank]

6. lizzie

You know what must be done. Find another job and then leave. My thoughts are with you. :hug:

[lizziegrace]

7. I'm trying Billy

I've been looking for weeks and weeks. :(

I sent out three more resumes today. I need a break. Just one?

[billyskank]

8. It's coming

You deserve it. You shouldn't have had to wait this long. :hug:

[_testify_]

9. Put in an anonymous call to OSHA regarding the dust and fumes.

Whether you stay or not, there's likely other people putting up with what could be dangerous to their health.

http://www.osha.gov/dep/oia/whistleblower/index.html


edited to add link

[matcom]

10. do you have the ability to log in from home?

they are breaking tons of laws it seems to me

[lizziegrace]

11. I'm sure I could

but the files are all here. This man is the type who would probably just cut me loose.

I wish I were a stronger person but I'm not. I'm desperate to hang on until I find something else. :(

[Whoa_Nelly]

12. lizziegrace!

Pack your bags, move out here, share rent with me. There are accountant jobs in (mostly) sunny CA waiting for you! http://tinyurl.com/ytrnr5

:hug: :pals: :grouphug:

[lizziegrace]

17. Hey Nelly!

Still feeling like I'm coming out of my skin. Something's gotta happen soon or I'll burst.

:hug:

Be careful, if I find the money, I just might end up out there. :)

[Whoa_Nelly]

27. the offer stands

:hug:

[ThomCat]

13. I hope you're looking elsewhere already.

:(

Please don't stay someplace like that. Your boss/client apparently doesn't respect you and doesn't sound trustworthy.

:hug:
I hope you're someplace better sometime soon.

[lizziegrace]

15. I've been looking for over a year

I truly believed that I wouldn't get screwed here, but I have. I didn't think it would be necessary to ask if the building was undergoing major renovations and would we be working right in the middle of it. :eyes:

Thanks for the :hug:

[auntAgonist]

14. I wish I

had an answer for you, another job, better money etc ... I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. You have done nothing to warrant this. Good things coming your way!!!!!!!!!

aA
kesha
:hug:

[LadyoftheRabbits]

16. Mom wanted me to post this...

so she doesn't get in trouble. :\

Some other company/individual who subleases space in the building has contacted OSHA. Hopefully something good will happen.

:hi:

[Quakerfriend]

18. CALL OSHA right away. It may not be safe to stay there.

Hope things work out in your favor soon!;-)

[SPKrazy]

19. Hey Lizzie!

Here's some hugs for you:

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

Are there not any other accountant jobs where you are? I feel so bad for you with your health problems and I sure hate to hear you feeling like you are at the end of your rope.

I'll send some good vibes, and even some prayers your way.

You haven't done anything "wrong", sometimes we end up in shitty situations and we get to figure out how to get out of them I guess. I don't believe there's anything "wrong" with you. (of course I'm just basing that on a feeling and the little that I know you from here, but I believe I'm right!)

Take care Lizziegrace, need ya around for my own sanity (I'm selfish like that!)

:pals:

[idgiehkt]

20. Is H&R Block hiring right now?

It seems like now would be a good time to get on there if possble at least to work throughout April. I mean if worse comes to worst and you get desperate. If the Bush admin hasn't destroyed OSHA maybe they can come in there and make some changes.

:hug:

[lizziegrace]

22. I haven't been through their course

best I can do is 1/2 my salary as a receptionist. I need every dime I make to live. Unfortunately, I was under-employed all last year. My parents helped but I cannot ask them again.

:hug:

[Starbucks Anarchist]

21. I'm so sorry, lizzie.

:hug:

[lizziegrace]

23. Me too...

:hug:

[crispini]

24. ((( HUG )))

:hug:

[NewWaveChick1981]

25. OMG, lizziegrace...

:hug: I'm so sorry about all of that. I have no other suggestions than the ones other DUers have offered, but I just wanted to give you a hug. I know it sucks. :pals:

[LaraMN]

26. Oh, sweetie!

Fingers crossed for you, over here. majorly. I really, really want to see you get cut a break, soon.

:hug:

[MissMillie]

28. sounds horrible

I'm so sorry.

:hug:

[lizziegrace]

31. Thank you

it's pretty wicked. Since I got divorced, I just can't seem to find my footing in this world.

[BluePatriot]

29. Lizziegraze --

Please document everything as thoroughly as possible and give OSHA an anon. call. It is well within your rights. I will keep you in my thoughts.

[lizziegrace]

33. Thank you for the advice

I am documenting everything on my calendar. Another CPA who rents space here is having the same physical symptoms from the construction. We're both extremely allergic to most everything. :(

[u4ic]

30. Oh, sweetie

:hug: :hug: :hug:


I'm sensitive to solvents, cleaners, adhesives and the like...so I do know how you feel. It's unbearable.

I hope the OHSA will get on it, quick.


I also hope you'll find another position. I'll send you lots of good vibes, hon. :grouphug:

[lizziegrace]

34. Thanks

I just want one break. Just one. :(

[Left Is Write]

32. It sounds horrible!

:hug:

[lizziegrace]

35. ...

:hug:

Thank you. :)

[SeattleGirl]

36. Oh, lizzie

That sounds awful! I agree with the suggestion to call OSHA. If it's not okay to subject non-smokers to cigarette smoke (and it's not), it shouldn't be okay to subject anyone to dust and toxic chemicals!

I'm so sorry, sweetie. :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Shine]

37. Oh, honey. I'm sorry to hear this.

I am sending you best good wishes for a positive resolution to this predicament.

Is there any way you can work from home while this remodel is being done? YOu certainly have a worthy reason and I'd bet there's some liability in there for them, come to think of it. I mean, a 3 wk headache from toxic exposure to chemicals is NOT good!

Hang in there, sweetie. I'm thinking of you...:hug: :loveya: