I only skimmed the article. Poorly written as usual.
But while the company deserves a good kick in the balls, for crying out loud, my wife would have said eff off I’m going to the doctor and you will catch hell for your threats later.
Walgreens did not “stop” her from leaving - that clearly implies she was physically restrained. Who hires morons like this to write headlines?? They said she would lose her job if she left. She should have prioritized properly and then dealt with Walgreens after.
The manager deserves to be terminated.
Medical emergencies are medical emergencies.
Yes, as a manager, you now have to hustle because of the shortage, so flipping hustle and power through. When COVID first hit the US, I had to hustle for a MONTH due to staff shortages.
You are having a rough shift. Big deal. Your employee could be experiencing a life-altering issue.
You don’t deserve to be in a position of authority.
I was thinking the same thing; why didn’t she just leave?