Wrongful Termination
Were you wrongfully terminated? Did you experience workplace discrimination? We can help.
Every day, numerous people are terminated from their employment. In California, employers are allowed to terminate employees for many reasons, so long as those reasons do not violate the employee's legal rights. When someone is fired from their employment for reasons such as their race, religion, gender, disability or medical condition, age, sexual orientation, for being pregnant, for complaining about unlawful conditions, or for exercising their employment rights, that is considered a "wrongful termination."
We represent clients throughout California who have been wrongfully terminated. We understand the significant financial consequences and emotional distress that a wrongful termination can have on you and your family. Our goal is to help you protect your legal rights and get the compensation you deserve.
Can I Be Fired for Any Reason?
No. Although California is an at-will employment state, an employee cannot be terminated based upon certain protected characteristics or for engaging in protected activities. However, unfortunately, under California law your boss can terminate you if they just don't like you or for other personal reasons. Below is a non-exhaustive list of reasons that employers cannot use when firing employees: