If you’re pursuing a wrongful termination claim in California, one of the biggest decisions you may face is whether to accept a settlement or take your case to trial. Each option has its benefits and tradeoffs, and understanding them can help you make an informed...
A performance improvement plan can foreshadow an unfair firing
Wrongful terminations occur when employees lose their jobs for illegal reasons. Businesses generally have the legal authority to fire workers for any lawful reason. However, they cannot fire workers for engaging in protected workplace activities, such as unionizing or...
Do employers need a reason to fire employees?
Many employers do have a valid reason to fire employees. Perhaps an employee has been missing work, or maybe they have made clear mistakes on the job. Perhaps they do not get along with their coworkers. All of these could be reasons to remove someone. But is providing...
Being fired for social media activity may be wrongful termination
Social media plays a significant role in many people’s lives. Employees often share opinions, personal experiences and other content online. However, some employers may monitor social media activity and take action against employees for what they post. In California,...
What should you expect from a wrongful termination settlement?
If your employer wrongfully terminated you, then you deserve compensation for the lost wages and other suffering you experienced as a result. This compensation will likely come in the form of a monetary settlement after thorough negotiations. Understanding what to...
How is AI in hiring affecting wrongful termination disputes?
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in hiring and firing decisions is making things more complicated, especially when it comes to wrongful termination claims. As AI is used more in workplaces, both employers and employees need to understand the possible legal...
California law and unfair severance agreements
Severance agreements are often part of employment termination. That said, there are strict laws in place to ensure these agreements remain fair and lawful. Both employees and employers should know the legal protections in place. What should a severance agreement...
Consequences of wrongful termination involving FMLA violations
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers important protections for employees who need to take time off for medical reasons or to care for a family member. Both employees and employers must carefully navigate the complexities of this federal law. When FMLA...
The top excuses that employers use for wrongful termination
The law prevents companies from unjustly firing an employee who spoke up about a workplace problem. They also cannot lay off people because of age or race discrimination. Still, that might not stop unscrupulous employers from trying to wrongfully terminate these...
Does your situation classify as wrongful termination?
The law protects employees against unjust and illegal firing of employers by providing legal remedies, such as wrongful termination actions. However, many employees are unsure as to what constitutes as wrongful termination. This uncertainty sometimes results in them...