WRONGFUL TERMINATION/ RETALIATION

California is an “at-will” state and most people are 'at-will' employees. Employment at will means that an employer can fire an employee for a good or a bad reason or for no reason at all. In certain circumstances, however, an employee is “wrongfully” terminated if the employee’s legal rights were violated.

Some examples of wrongful termination include:

• Wrongful Termination in Violations of Public Policy
  • Acting as a “whistleblower” with regard to corporate wrongdoing
  • Refusing to engage in illegal or unethical activities
  • Complaining about wage and overtime practices
  • Complaining about discrimination or harassment
  • Complaining about accounting irregularities
  • Taking necessary medical leave or participating in jury duty
  • Engaging in lawful conduct outside the workplace
  • Filing a claim for workers' compensation benefit
• Breach of Contract
• Breach of Implied Contract
• Discrimination based on age, race, sex, disability, religion and/or national origin

If you have an employment contract or believe that your employer has fired you in retaliation for some action that you took or in violation of state or federal law, you may have an action for damages or reinstatement to your position. Please call our office at (310) 277-2323 or contact us online for a free consultation.

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