Wrongful Termination Lawyer

Were you wrongfully terminated?

Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee for reasons that violate the law. In California, most employment relationships are "at-will," meaning both employers and employees can end the employment relationship at any time, for almost any reason, or no reason at all. This "at-will" doctrine allows for termination with or without cause, implying that you can be terminated without warning or justification.

However, the "at-will" status does not mean all terminations are lawful. There are several exceptions to the "at-will" rule in California, and employers cannot terminate employees for illegal reasons, such as:

Discrimination: Termination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected characteristics.

At Hall Law Group, our experienced attorneys are dedicated to protecting your rights. If you suspect your termination from a California company was illegal, we are here to help. We will thoroughly investigate your case, identify any rights violations, and fight to ensure you receive the justice and compensation you deserve.

Retaliation

At our California employment law firm, we are committed to defending employees who have been wrongfully terminated in retaliation for engaging in protected activities. Retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for asserting their rights or opposing unlawful practices in the workplace. This can include reporting wage violations, discrimination, harassment, unsafe working conditions, or any other legally protected issue. Employees are also protected when they file complaints with human resources, participate in internal or external investigations, testify as witnesses, provide evidence, or voice concerns about illegal behavior. Employers are legally prohibited from taking adverse actions such as termination, demotion, reduction in pay, or harassment against employees who engage in these protected activities.

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Termination for engaging in protected activities

Under California law, employees are safeguarded from retaliation and discrimination when participating in legally protected activities. This includes taking family or medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or California Family Rights Act (CFRA), filing for workers' compensation after a workplace injury, reporting wage and hour violations, raising safety concerns under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), opposing or refusing to partake in illegal activities, or acting as whistleblowers by reporting corporate misconduct or illegal actions to authorities. Employers are legally prohibited from terminating or otherwise retaliating against employees for asserting their rights in these areas. If you have been fired or faced adverse employment actions for engaging in any of these protected activities, our dedicated attorneys will thoroughly investigate your claims, advocate fiercely on your behalf, and ensure that your rights are vindicated through every legal channel available.

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Termination for Being in a Protected Class

Employers are strictly prohibited from dismissing employees based on inherent characteristics such as race, gender, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, military status, or disability. This protection extends to both overt discrimination and more subtle, insidious forms of bias. For instance, an employer may not disguise discriminatory intent with pretextual reasons for termination, such as fabricated performance issues or restructuring that disproportionately impacts protected individuals. If you have been terminated and suspect that your employer’s actions were motivated by prejudice against your protected status, we are committed to meticulously investigating your case, uncovering any discriminatory practices, and holding your employer accountable to the full extent of the law. Your rights to fair and equal treatment in the workplace are paramount, and we are dedicated to ensuring they are upheld.

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Refusing to participate in illegal acts

California law unequivocally prohibits employers from dismissing employees who decline to engage in actions they reasonably believe to be unlawful. This includes refusing to commit acts of fraud, theft, violations of safety regulations, falsifying records, or engaging in any conduct that breaches federal, state, or local laws. Employees who take a stand against such unethical or illegal practices are entitled to legal protections, ensuring they are not penalized for their integrity and adherence to the law. If you have been terminated for resisting pressure to participate in illegal acts, our expert attorneys will diligently investigate the circumstances surrounding your dismissal, gather supporting evidence, and vigorously pursue all available legal avenues to defend your rights, secure justice, and obtain the compensation you deserve.

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Breach of Contract

When an employee is hired under a contractual agreement, the terms of that contract explicitly outline the permissible grounds for termination and the procedures that must be followed. These terms are legally binding and must be strictly adhered to by the employer. If you have been terminated for reasons not specified in your employment contract or if the proper termination procedures were not followed, your termination may be deemed unlawful. This could include terminations disregarding performance reviews, failing to provide required notice, or violating specified disciplinary processes. Our experienced attorneys are dedicated to meticulously reviewing your employment contract, investigating the circumstances of your termination, and vigorously pursuing legal action to hold your employer accountable. We are committed to ensuring you receive the justice and compensation you are entitled to under the law.

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Discrimination

Medical & Family Leave Violations

Retaliation

Sexual Harassment

Wage and Hour Violations

Whistleblowing

Wrongful Termination

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