Complaint Review: Lougee And Frederick's Florist - Bangor Maine

In the statement he made to the unemployment bureau he stated, " I was sitting behind the desk and he was sitting in a chair." But how does one sit behind a desk that is up against the wall?!? Here is my side of what happened in that office. First of all I admit that I assaulted Bill. For that I'm truly sorry. I had gotten to the point in the conversation with him when I asked him to speak freely. My words were something to the effect of: "Well, Bill, it's really been made clear to me that you don't care about your employees welfare and the welfare of their families and that all you care about is your f***ing business!" This was when he himself became enraged and decided to yell at me and tell me "THAT'S IT, (stands up from his chair), YOU'RE FIRED, GET OUT! YOU'RE DONE!" Those were his exact words. I started for the door and was overtaken with rage and turned and attacked. He claims that he fired me after I attacked him, but I knew that as long as I did after he said the word fired I was no longer under his employment. So really there have been lies on both of our parts. In another letter he tried to deny the talk behind my back of being "as crazy as his mother and the whole rest of the Leach family." But, one of his ex employees was the one who was informing me the entire time whenever he'd say something spiteful or demeaning. So whatever denial he made he and I both know that there are atleast two people that heard him say that. Not to mention the chastising I was given behind my back about my family accepting charity money from the Red Cross and the statements about milking the situation. So, after all is said and done, I wish him the best and wish to speak to him in person and find out what really was said. I just wanted a little justice, but clearly that doesn't matter anymore. I revoke the lies about the bad business practices. The Sheehan's have certainly shown a great deal of generosity in the constant donations and charity they do. I genuinely wish I could have handled the situation differently. So here is my public apology. Bill, Clara, Cammie, and the rest of the crew, I'm sorry about what happened. I really feel that working for the Sheehan's taught me a lot; the knowledge of sales and how to interact with even the most difficult people at times. I'm sorry that I attacked him, I'm sorry that I said the things I did and the scene I caused. I wish that things could've went down differently, but as many a psychologist or anyone with a good knowledge of human psychology would know that a traumatic event can cause shock, depression, and an unstable mental state. Perhaps we can talk soon and repair some of the damages that were done. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive my downfalls, as I forgive yours. As you once said to me in another instance, we all have personality flaws and "quirks" as you put it. Take care and be well, Tyler Bucksport, ME

In the statement he made to the unemployment bureau he stated, " I was sitting behind the desk and he was sitting in a chair." But how does one sit behind a desk that is up against the wall?!? Here is my side of what happened in that office. First of all I admit that I assaulted Bill. For that I'm truly sorry. I had gotten to the point in the conversation with him when I asked him to speak freely. My words were something to the effect of: "Well, Bill, it's really been made clear to me that you don't care about your employees welfare and the welfare of their families and that all you care about is your f***ing business!" This was when he himself became enraged and decided to yell at me and tell me "THAT'S IT, (stands up from his chair), YOU'RE FIRED, GET OUT! YOU'RE DONE!" Those were his exact words. I started for the door and was overtaken with rage and turned and attacked. He claims that he fired me after I attacked him, but I knew that as long as I did after he said the word fired I was no longer under his employment. So really there have been lies on both of our parts. In another letter he tried to deny the talk behind my back of being "as crazy as his mother and the whole rest of the Leach family." But, one of his ex employees was the one who was informing me the entire time whenever he'd say something spiteful or demeaning. So whatever denial he made he and I both know that there are atleast two people that heard him say that. Not to mention the chastising I was given behind my back about my family accepting charity money from the Red Cross and the statements about milking the situation. So, after all is said and done, I wish him the best and wish to speak to him in person and find out what really was said. I just wanted a little justice, but clearly that doesn't matter anymore. I revoke the lies about the bad business practices. The Sheehan's have certainly shown a great deal of generosity in the constant donations and charity they do. I genuinely wish I could have handled the situation differently. So here is my public apology. Bill, Clara, Cammie, and the rest of the crew, I'm sorry about what happened. I really feel that working for the Sheehan's taught me a lot; the knowledge of sales and how to interact with even the most difficult people at times. I'm sorry that I attacked him, I'm sorry that I said the things I did and the scene I caused. I wish that things could've went down differently, but as many a psychologist or anyone with a good knowledge of human psychology would know that a traumatic event can cause shock, depression, and an unstable mental state. Perhaps we can talk soon and repair some of the damages that were done. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive my downfalls, as I forgive yours. As you once said to me in another instance, we all have personality flaws and "quirks" as you put it. Take care and be well, Tyler Bucksport, ME

In the statement he made to the unemployment bureau he stated, " I was sitting behind the desk and he was sitting in a chair." But how does one sit behind a desk that is up against the wall?!? Here is my side of what happened in that office. First of all I admit that I assaulted Bill. For that I'm truly sorry. I had gotten to the point in the conversation with him when I asked him to speak freely. My words were something to the effect of: "Well, Bill, it's really been made clear to me that you don't care about your employees welfare and the welfare of their families and that all you care about is your f***ing business!" This was when he himself became enraged and decided to yell at me and tell me "THAT'S IT, (stands up from his chair), YOU'RE FIRED, GET OUT! YOU'RE DONE!" Those were his exact words. I started for the door and was overtaken with rage and turned and attacked. He claims that he fired me after I attacked him, but I knew that as long as I did after he said the word fired I was no longer under his employment. So really there have been lies on both of our parts. In another letter he tried to deny the talk behind my back of being "as crazy as his mother and the whole rest of the Leach family." But, one of his ex employees was the one who was informing me the entire time whenever he'd say something spiteful or demeaning. So whatever denial he made he and I both know that there are atleast two people that heard him say that. Not to mention the chastising I was given behind my back about my family accepting charity money from the Red Cross and the statements about milking the situation. So, after all is said and done, I wish him the best and wish to speak to him in person and find out what really was said. I just wanted a little justice, but clearly that doesn't matter anymore. I revoke the lies about the bad business practices. The Sheehan's have certainly shown a great deal of generosity in the constant donations and charity they do. I genuinely wish I could have handled the situation differently. So here is my public apology. Bill, Clara, Cammie, and the rest of the crew, I'm sorry about what happened. I really feel that working for the Sheehan's taught me a lot; the knowledge of sales and how to interact with even the most difficult people at times. I'm sorry that I attacked him, I'm sorry that I said the things I did and the scene I caused. I wish that things could've went down differently, but as many a psychologist or anyone with a good knowledge of human psychology would know that a traumatic event can cause shock, depression, and an unstable mental state. Perhaps we can talk soon and repair some of the damages that were done. I hope you can find it in your heart to forgive my downfalls, as I forgive yours. As you once said to me in another instance, we all have personality flaws and "quirks" as you put it. Take care and be well, Tyler Bucksport, ME

First of all, Tyler never once contacted me (the owner of the business) to state he was or wasn't coming in to work. He also never once approached myself or my wife concerning what was being done to help he and his family. We were in the process of setting up a fund for them. We were told legally that we had to go through a bank and set up an account for the family and also needed a social securtiy number to have the taxes paid on all donations.(was going to give them mine). The paperwork from the bank was being mailed to us to be filled out to start the fund. The local tv station that we called for coverage for a relief fund told us all this legal data. Tyler listening to idle gossip never asked me or my wife anything concerning this matter and jumped to conclusions. You have to realize we were very compassionate concerning this tradegy, but it was also the busiest week of our Christmas Holiday. All Tyler had to do was contact me personally, he chose not too and left messages to employees that I never recieved. When he did show up for work, I never approaced him or even talked with him concerning his job. What he didn't mention in his report was that he and two other employees had a fight in the middle of my business shouting, swearing and screaming when customers were present. This is the reason I had all three employees summonded to my office individually. They all were written up in their personnel files for this conduct. Tyler chose to become enraged with me, and regardless of what he states; he assaulted me and this was the reason for his dismissal. I have always treated my employees with respect as long as I recieve it back. As far as the unemployment is concerned, I know the laws and would never state untruths concerning this matter. Also, the same report was filed with the Bangor Police Dept. on the assault. He is lucky I didn't press charges against him. What I pay employees for the hours they work is my business and no one elses. I don't think Tyler realizes that Managers are paid salaries not hourly pay! Also reporting illegal business practices publicly is very close to slander and Tyler is setting himself up for some serious trouble. I am a well repected businessman in the Bangor area as well as in my field of work nationally. Anyone that knows me knows that I am very honest and treat all people equally and with respect. This report from Tyler is nothing more than from a very unhappy individual that could have avoided all of this trouble if he had just contacted me personally or by telephone and asked the truth. In all the paragraphs that he wrote about me and my family, none of it was stated to me personally. He seemed to forget that I AM(was) the BOSS and his(X) employer. There is so much stated out of proportion with lies and hear-say that I could go on for hours. I truly am sorry for his troubles and his families loss and wish them the best. Maybe someday Tyler will be man enough to come see me and Clara for the facts concerning all these accusations. I don't know of any other employer that wouldn't have done the same as I did in handling this matter. My wife and I have done nothing to ruin Tyler's life, he has done that quite well himself. After all the years he has know us, he knows we would never do anything to hurt anyone. We overlooked lots of problems with his work performance and gave him many chances to improve; which he was finally doing. The ironic thing concerning this matter, is that Tyler would still be working for me if he had only taken the time to come to me with all his accusations, instead of jumping to conclusions listening to gossip. About 90% of what he has stated is pure GOSSIP!

First of all, Tyler never once contacted me (the owner of the business) to state he was or wasn't coming in to work. He also never once approached myself or my wife concerning what was being done to help he and his family. We were in the process of setting up a fund for them. We were told legally that we had to go through a bank and set up an account for the family and also needed a social securtiy number to have the taxes paid on all donations.(was going to give them mine). The paperwork from the bank was being mailed to us to be filled out to start the fund. The local tv station that we called for coverage for a relief fund told us all this legal data. Tyler listening to idle gossip never asked me or my wife anything concerning this matter and jumped to conclusions. You have to realize we were very compassionate concerning this tradegy, but it was also the busiest week of our Christmas Holiday. All Tyler had to do was contact me personally, he chose not too and left messages to employees that I never recieved. When he did show up for work, I never approaced him or even talked with him concerning his job. What he didn't mention in his report was that he and two other employees had a fight in the middle of my business shouting, swearing and screaming when customers were present. This is the reason I had all three employees summonded to my office individually. They all were written up in their personnel files for this conduct. Tyler chose to become enraged with me, and regardless of what he states; he assaulted me and this was the reason for his dismissal. I have always treated my employees with respect as long as I recieve it back. As far as the unemployment is concerned, I know the laws and would never state untruths concerning this matter. Also, the same report was filed with the Bangor Police Dept. on the assault. He is lucky I didn't press charges against him. What I pay employees for the hours they work is my business and no one elses. I don't think Tyler realizes that Managers are paid salaries not hourly pay! Also reporting illegal business practices publicly is very close to slander and Tyler is setting himself up for some serious trouble. I am a well repected businessman in the Bangor area as well as in my field of work nationally. Anyone that knows me knows that I am very honest and treat all people equally and with respect. This report from Tyler is nothing more than from a very unhappy individual that could have avoided all of this trouble if he had just contacted me personally or by telephone and asked the truth. In all the paragraphs that he wrote about me and my family, none of it was stated to me personally. He seemed to forget that I AM(was) the BOSS and his(X) employer. There is so much stated out of proportion with lies and hear-say that I could go on for hours. I truly am sorry for his troubles and his families loss and wish them the best. Maybe someday Tyler will be man enough to come see me and Clara for the facts concerning all these accusations. I don't know of any other employer that wouldn't have done the same as I did in handling this matter. My wife and I have done nothing to ruin Tyler's life, he has done that quite well himself. After all the years he has know us, he knows we would never do anything to hurt anyone. We overlooked lots of problems with his work performance and gave him many chances to improve; which he was finally doing. The ironic thing concerning this matter, is that Tyler would still be working for me if he had only taken the time to come to me with all his accusations, instead of jumping to conclusions listening to gossip. About 90% of what he has stated is pure GOSSIP!

First of all, Tyler never once contacted me (the owner of the business) to state he was or wasn't coming in to work. He also never once approached myself or my wife concerning what was being done to help he and his family. We were in the process of setting up a fund for them. We were told legally that we had to go through a bank and set up an account for the family and also needed a social securtiy number to have the taxes paid on all donations.(was going to give them mine). The paperwork from the bank was being mailed to us to be filled out to start the fund. The local tv station that we called for coverage for a relief fund told us all this legal data. Tyler listening to idle gossip never asked me or my wife anything concerning this matter and jumped to conclusions. You have to realize we were very compassionate concerning this tradegy, but it was also the busiest week of our Christmas Holiday. All Tyler had to do was contact me personally, he chose not too and left messages to employees that I never recieved. When he did show up for work, I never approaced him or even talked with him concerning his job. What he didn't mention in his report was that he and two other employees had a fight in the middle of my business shouting, swearing and screaming when customers were present. This is the reason I had all three employees summonded to my office individually. They all were written up in their personnel files for this conduct. Tyler chose to become enraged with me, and regardless of what he states; he assaulted me and this was the reason for his dismissal. I have always treated my employees with respect as long as I recieve it back. As far as the unemployment is concerned, I know the laws and would never state untruths concerning this matter. Also, the same report was filed with the Bangor Police Dept. on the assault. He is lucky I didn't press charges against him. What I pay employees for the hours they work is my business and no one elses. I don't think Tyler realizes that Managers are paid salaries not hourly pay! Also reporting illegal business practices publicly is very close to slander and Tyler is setting himself up for some serious trouble. I am a well repected businessman in the Bangor area as well as in my field of work nationally. Anyone that knows me knows that I am very honest and treat all people equally and with respect. This report from Tyler is nothing more than from a very unhappy individual that could have avoided all of this trouble if he had just contacted me personally or by telephone and asked the truth. In all the paragraphs that he wrote about me and my family, none of it was stated to me personally. He seemed to forget that I AM(was) the BOSS and his(X) employer. There is so much stated out of proportion with lies and hear-say that I could go on for hours. I truly am sorry for his troubles and his families loss and wish them the best. Maybe someday Tyler will be man enough to come see me and Clara for the facts concerning all these accusations. I don't know of any other employer that wouldn't have done the same as I did in handling this matter. My wife and I have done nothing to ruin Tyler's life, he has done that quite well himself. After all the years he has know us, he knows we would never do anything to hurt anyone. We overlooked lots of problems with his work performance and gave him many chances to improve; which he was finally doing. The ironic thing concerning this matter, is that Tyler would still be working for me if he had only taken the time to come to me with all his accusations, instead of jumping to conclusions listening to gossip. About 90% of what he has stated is pure GOSSIP!

First of all, Tyler never once contacted me (the owner of the business) to state he was or wasn't coming in to work. He also never once approached myself or my wife concerning what was being done to help he and his family. We were in the process of setting up a fund for them. We were told legally that we had to go through a bank and set up an account for the family and also needed a social securtiy number to have the taxes paid on all donations.(was going to give them mine). The paperwork from the bank was being mailed to us to be filled out to start the fund. The local tv station that we called for coverage for a relief fund told us all this legal data. Tyler listening to idle gossip never asked me or my wife anything concerning this matter and jumped to conclusions. You have to realize we were very compassionate concerning this tradegy, but it was also the busiest week of our Christmas Holiday. All Tyler had to do was contact me personally, he chose not too and left messages to employees that I never recieved. When he did show up for work, I never approaced him or even talked with him concerning his job. What he didn't mention in his report was that he and two other employees had a fight in the middle of my business shouting, swearing and screaming when customers were present. This is the reason I had all three employees summonded to my office individually. They all were written up in their personnel files for this conduct. Tyler chose to become enraged with me, and regardless of what he states; he assaulted me and this was the reason for his dismissal. I have always treated my employees with respect as long as I recieve it back. As far as the unemployment is concerned, I know the laws and would never state untruths concerning this matter. Also, the same report was filed with the Bangor Police Dept. on the assault. He is lucky I didn't press charges against him. What I pay employees for the hours they work is my business and no one elses. I don't think Tyler realizes that Managers are paid salaries not hourly pay! Also reporting illegal business practices publicly is very close to slander and Tyler is setting himself up for some serious trouble. I am a well repected businessman in the Bangor area as well as in my field of work nationally. Anyone that knows me knows that I am very honest and treat all people equally and with respect. This report from Tyler is nothing more than from a very unhappy individual that could have avoided all of this trouble if he had just contacted me personally or by telephone and asked the truth. In all the paragraphs that he wrote about me and my family, none of it was stated to me personally. He seemed to forget that I AM(was) the BOSS and his(X) employer. There is so much stated out of proportion with lies and hear-say that I could go on for hours. I truly am sorry for his troubles and his families loss and wish them the best. Maybe someday Tyler will be man enough to come see me and Clara for the facts concerning all these accusations. I don't know of any other employer that wouldn't have done the same as I did in handling this matter. My wife and I have done nothing to ruin Tyler's life, he has done that quite well himself. After all the years he has know us, he knows we would never do anything to hurt anyone. We overlooked lots of problems with his work performance and gave him many chances to improve; which he was finally doing. The ironic thing concerning this matter, is that Tyler would still be working for me if he had only taken the time to come to me with all his accusations, instead of jumping to conclusions listening to gossip. About 90% of what he has stated is pure GOSSIP!