Wrongful Termination

Being fired unfairly is devastating. If you believe your termination was illegal—discriminatory, retaliatory, or in breach of contract—the law may be on your side.

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Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Guide: Fighting Back When You Are Illegally Fired

Even in at-will employment states, firing employees for illegal reasons—discrimination, retaliation, or breach of contract—is wrongful termination. Understanding your rights helps determine if you have a claim. Learn about wrongful termination laws, exceptions to at-will employment, and pursuing legal action.

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Legal Basics

At-Will Employment and Exceptions: When Employers Cannot Fire You

At-will employment allows termination for any reason—but significant exceptions exist. Employers cannot fire employees based on protected characteristics, retaliation, or violation of public policy. Understand at-will exceptions and when termination becomes wrongful.

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Damages

Wrongful Termination Damages: Compensation Available in Employment Cases

Wrongful termination damages include back pay, front pay, lost benefits, and compensation for emotional distress. Punitive damages may apply for willful violations. Understand available damages and how employment awards are calculated.

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Legal Process

Wrongful Termination Statute of Limitations: Filing Deadlines for Employment Claims

Wrongful termination claims face strict deadlines—often 180-300 days for EEOC complaints, with varying state law deadlines. Missing deadlines bars your claim permanently. Learn applicable deadlines and the importance of acting quickly after termination.

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Types of Claims

Breach of Employment Contract: Claims When Employers Violate Agreements

Employment contracts—whether written, oral, or implied—create enforceable obligations. Termination violating contract terms supports breach claims even in at-will jurisdictions. Learn about contract-based termination claims and what makes employment agreements enforceable.

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Constructive Discharge Claims: When Working Conditions Force You to Quit

Constructive discharge occurs when employers make working conditions so intolerable that reasonable employees would quit—legally equivalent to being fired. Forced resignations support wrongful termination claims. Learn about constructive discharge requirements and proving intolerable conditions.

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Wrongful Termination for Discrimination: Firing Based on Protected Characteristics

Firing employees because of race, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics violates federal and state anti-discrimination laws. Discriminatory termination supports significant damage claims. Learn about discrimination-based termination claims and proving illegal motivation.

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Wrongful Termination for Retaliation: Protection for Reporting Illegal Activity

Employers cannot fire employees for reporting discrimination, safety violations, or other illegal activity. Whistleblower protections apply to internal complaints and government reports. Learn about retaliation claims, protected activity, and proving retaliatory termination.

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