In a recent downsizing, Brantley was terminated. He had just completed a company-paid MBA program less than one week before his termination. The downsizing was a shock to Brantley as he was unaware that the downsizing was likely to occur. His supervisor indicated that he had personally chosen Brantley for termination because his new degree made him more likely than others in his department to be able to find another job quickly. Brantley is probably feeling that:

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Brantley is likely feeling that he has been denied procedural justice because the process of his termination might not have been fair or transparent. He may also feel denied distributive justice, as the outcome (his termination) seems unfair, especially after completing a company-paid MBA. Lastly, he might feel denied interactional justice, as the manner in which the decision was communicated (with the reasoning that his new degree made him more likely to find another job) could be perceived as insensitive or disrespectful.

In a Recent Downsizing, Brantley Was Terminated