In California, employees who are wrongfully terminated from their job may have grounds to file a lawsuit against their employer seeking compensation for damages. Wrongful termination occurs when an individual has been fired from their job for reasons that violate state or federal law, such as discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. This is a comprehensive guide […]

If you have recently been fired from your job, you may be wondering how to prove that your termination was wrongful. Unfortunately, this can be a challenging process, and many people don’t know where to start or may feel overwhelmed and give up. However, with the help of an experienced wrongful termination lawyer, you can […]

If you were fired and believe it was unfair, you can sue your employer by filing a lawsuit within a certain time period. This time period in which you can file a lawsuit is known as the statute of limitations. It is important to note that the California wrongful termination statute of limitations varies depending […]

Unlawful firing of an employee is an action where an employer terminates the employment of an employee without good cause. Another name for unlawful firing is wrongful termination. California employees are legally protected from unlawful firing by both state and federal laws. In some cases, staff may get fired inappropriately for little or no reason at […]

A lot of people, despite being furious about being wrongfully terminated, want to know about the possible outcomes before proceeding to file a lawsuit against their employers. This is because they believe that if the compensation is not enough, the stress and legal expenses that a lawsuit brings along aren’t worth the hassle. We’ve compiled […]

Cost-saving employment actions are often perplexing due to the usage of interchangeable words that have different meanings. These varying interpretations can lead to potential confusion when making workplace decisions. As an employee, knowing the difference between a furlough and a layoff can help you understand your rights in the workplace. Below is an overview of […]

Have you experienced poor treatment in your place of work? Were you suddenly terminated without a valid reason directly related to your work performance and/or your ability to perform your job? If so, you might have been wrongfully terminated. Depending on the details surrounding your termination, you may have grounds to take legal action against […]

If you are reading this, you are asking yourself can you be fired for medical reasons. In many states, employers can fire employees at-will if they have frequent absences from work, and most employers have attendance requirements included in their employee handbook. If the attendance criteria is clearly indicated in the employee requirements, then you […]

If you were recently fired or laid off from your job, you might be wondering if you qualify for unemployment benefits. In California, workers who lose their job involuntarily through no fault of their own may be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits. Note: If you were unlawfully fired due to discrimination, harassment or retaliation, there […]

Losing your job can have a major financial and emotional impact on your life. Fortunately, you may have legal recourse. Under certain circumstances, an employee may bring a wrongful termination lawsuit against an employer. When Can You Sue for Wrongful Termination in California? You can file a wrongful termination lawsuit if your employer fired or laid you […]