Encino California Wrongful Termination Law
Wrongful Termination
"Wrongful termination" means that an employer has dismissed or laid off an employee for a reason that is illegal, where the worker is protected by law from discrimination or from a contractual violation. Employers have to adhere to a series of laws that protect workers from being terminated because of race, national origin, gender, age and/or physical disability.
While the majority of employment arrangements are considered "at-will," which means that either party can terminate the relationship at any time for virtually any reason, there are State and Federal laws which protect certain classes of employees from wrongful termination, and there are certain circumstances which could create an implied contractual relationship.
For example, "at-will" employment does not apply when there is an employment contract. If the employer and employee have a contract, the terms of the employment agreement apply. In such cases, employers may not fire their employees in violation of verbal or written agreements.
And there are a series of other situations in which employers may not fire an employee without exposure to legal liability, such as violation of Federal and State labor laws including anti-discrimination, and in cases of retaliation for complaints of sexual harassment.
If you feel that you have been terminated for a reason that violates law or in breach of a written or implied contractual agreement, contact us for a complimentary consultation. The Law Offices of Joseph V. Avrahamy will assess your situation and advise you on the best course of action.
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