CONWAY, Ark. (KARK) — A mother of five was terminated from her job after she says she was uncomfortable getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Samantha Wise was fired March 3, 2021, from Harvest Cannabis Dispensary in Conway.

“They actually did it — they really fired me — I didn’t think it was really going to happen,” cried Samantha Wise. “I knew most everybody’s names that came in there. I liked making people’s day. That’s my main thing in life is to just make people smile.”

A lot of Arkansans want to know can their employer force them to get a vaccine,” said attorney Chris Burks. “The employer does have the right to a safe workplace. They have the right, they are the boss, they are in charge.”

Burks says there are a few exceptions. “In Arkansas, your employer can fire you for not taking it unless there is an issue with a medical issue or religious belief.”

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