California labor laws exist to protect employees from illegal and wrongful workplace actions, and they are necessary because California is an at-will employment state. Suppose you are an employee working in the private sector. In that case, your employer can generally...
Wrongful Termination
I just got laid off while on FMLA. Is that legal?
Using your leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act and the California Family Rights Act is never an easy choice. Even so, the choice is made for you because you either need to care for your own serious health condition or to care for a family member. One benefit...
Signs of wrongful termination in an at-will state like California
Just because you are an employee in an at-will state like California does not mean your employer can terminate you illegally. People face wrongful termination all the time. It happens when an employer fires an employee for unlawful and unfair reasons. Fortunately,...
Progressive discipline helps companies hide wrongful terminations
Companies should not fire their workers for reasons that violate an employee's rights. Workers should not face termination for reporting misconduct, acting as a whistleblower, fighting back against discrimination or asking for medical accommodations. Unfortunately,...
Can you lose your job for participating in a protest?
In recent years, Americans of all ages have felt compelled to take to the streets and participate in protests, marches and rallies in support of or in opposition to a cause or politician. Many of these events are largely peaceful. Some, unfortunately, turn extremely...
Can I claim for wrongful termination?
Getting fired is never nice, yet sometimes, you understand why your employer did it. If, however, you feel they did not have a valid reason to dismiss you, you might wonder if there is anything you can do about it. Owning or being in charge of a company does not mean...