Add Comment Question: i would like to know if someone can get fired for having a inappropriate conversation with a former employee and i was that person that gave me there number so we could have the conversation i would like to know how can a private message get me fired Answer: This likely does not amount to cause for dismissal, so your employer would likely have to provide you with notice or payment in lieu of notice of your termination of employment. Please contact our office to arrange a consultation to discuss your matter further. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.