Getting fired is never easy, especially when you believe it is unfair. If your employer breaks promises by firing you, this may be a breach of contract. Knowing how implied contracts work can help you understand your rights when you lose your job. What is an implied...
Wrongful Termination
Employer retaliation against whistleblowers
Workplace retaliation is a serious concern, especially for employees who speak up about wrongdoing, also known as whistleblowers. When employees report illegal or unethical behavior within their company, laws protect them from retaliation. However, some employers may...
4 signs a firing involved wrongful termination
In the world of employment, termination is an inevitable aspect that can occur for various reasons. However, there are instances when an employee may believe their termination was unjust. 1. Abrupt dismissal without warning One clear sign of potential wrongful...
Making a case for wrongful termination in California
California is an at-will employment state. This means that employers can terminate employees for any reason or no reason at all, as long as it is not illegal. This does not mean that California employees do not have rights. There are situations in which the law...
Understanding the California Labor Code
The California Labor Code is a set of laws that regulate various aspects of the employer-employee relationship in the state. The purpose of these laws is to ensure fair treatment, safe working conditions and fair compensation for workers. It is important for both...
What is wrongful termination?
Losing a job is never an easy experience. Along with concerns about money, getting fired from a job you enjoy is tough on its own. However, the experience is even more harrowing if you fall victim to wrongful termination. While employers have a lot of leeway when it...
If I do not sign a write-up, can an employer fire me?
“Write-ups” are very common in some companies. Essentially, if an employer believes that a worker has not performed the duties of their job, they may add a write-up to the employee’s file marking the perceived transgression. In most cases, the employer will say that...
How can I keep myself safe when leaving a job?
Leaving a job, whether your employer terminated you or if you are doing so of your own volition, is a stressful time. It is important that you take all steps to protect yourself during this process and make a smooth exit. There are several things that you can do to...
Were you wrongfully terminated from your job?
You rely on your job to pay your bills, provide for your family and maintain your way of life. If your employer recently terminated you from your position, you may worry about how you will continue to live in your home, purchase food, etc. Although your employer can...
What constitutes as retaliation?
Under federal law, you have rights as an employee to not face discrimination and to complain about discrimination or wrongdoings within the company. Unfortunately, when employees do file a complaint or help another employee with a discrimination complaint, some...