Wrongful Termination

How do I know if I have been wrongfully terminated?

Getting fired can often feel unfair. However, there is a difference between an unfortunate circumstance and unlawful wrongful termination.

So how do you know if your termination was unlawful?

Termination of employment is not legal if it is based on discrimination of any of the following:

Race, color
Nationality, national origin, ancestry
Religion, creed
Age (over 40)
Disability - mental or physical
Sex, gender
Sexual orientation
Gender identity, gender expression
Medical condition (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions)
Genetic information
Marital status
Military and/or veteran status

Termination of employment is not legal if it is in retaliation for whistleblowing of the following:

Complaining about unpaid wages
Complaining about unsafe work conditions
Complaining about other violations of law
Refusing to engage in unlawful conduct
Reporting (internally or externally) unlawful conduct

What do I do if I have been wrongfully terminated?

If you are in California and have been recently terminated for a reason that you believe to be unlawful, please contact us! Your conversation will be protected by client/attorney privilege, so any information you provide will be completely confidential. If you are outside of California, please consult an employment attorney in your area to discuss your situation and options.