In the state of California, most workers are considered “at-will” employees. At-will employment (also called employment at will) is the way most business is done. But how does at-will employment affect you, and how can you tell if it even applies in your situation? What is At-Will Employment? An at-will employee is a worker who’s free to quit any time … Read More
Can I Sue for Wrongful Termination?
Can you sue for wrongful termination? In some cases, you absolutely can – but there are specific circumstances that allow you to sue your employer for wrongful termination. Can I Sue for Wrongful Termination? In many cases, an employer is well within its rights to fire an employee. The vast majority of workers in the U.S. are at-will employees, which … Read More
Were You Unfairly Fired From Your Job?
If your employer unfairly fired you in the state of California, you may have a wrongful termination claim. But what does that mean, and what would be the benefit of you for filing a lawsuit? This guide explains: What it means if you’re unfairly fired from your job What the law considers wrongful termination What happens when discrimination is involved … Read More
What is Wrongful Dismissal?
California employment law is very clear: Wrongful dismissal is illegal. But what is wrongful dismissal, and what can you do if your employer illegally fires you? What is Wrongful Dismissal? Wrongful dismissal, typically called wrongful termination, is what occurs when an employer fires or terminates an employee for reasons involving discrimination, whistleblowing, or making complaints about discrimination. It can also … Read More
Wrongful Termination and Discrimination
Wrongful termination often goes hand-in-hand with discrimination, although that’s not always the case. However, if it does happen to you—whether it’s related to age, disability, race, or something else—it may be in your best interest to talk to a Glendale discrimination lawyer who can help. Wrongful Termination and Discrimination: What You Need to Know There are several types of discrimination, … Read More
Pregnancy Discrimination Laws in California
Pregnancy discrimination laws are in place to protect women from negative consequences in the workplace. It’s also illegal. Pregnancy discrimination is a type of workplace discrimination that occurs when an expectant woman is fired, not hired, or otherwise discriminated against. It can even happen when a woman only intends to become pregnant. If it’s happened to you, you may want … Read More
Do I Have a Wrongful Termination Claim in Los Angeles or Glendale?
If you’re like most people in Los Angeles, Glendale, and elsewhere in California, you’ve heard the term wrongful termination. But what is it—and has it happened to you? A Word on Wrongful Termination Under California and federal law, employers may not fire employees for certain reasons. Most notably, employers can’t fire an employee if the employee’s termination has to do … Read More
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