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Wrongfully Terminated By Job Type

Getting fired from any job can be such a stressful and frustrating situation for anyone. However, if terminated from your job and believe it was for unjust and and what you believe to be unlawful reasons, then you may be have been wrongfully terminated. There are state and federal laws in which your employer cannot fire you for an illegal reason, even if you are an employee at-will.

Examples considered a wrongful termination are discrimination (race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, amongst others), retaliation, whistleblower, etc.

Different Kinds of Wrongful Termination

 If your termination falls under one of these categories, then you may have been wrongfully terminated:

  • Age discrimination – this happens to those who are ages 40 or older and they are replaced by a younger worker to fit the company style or image
  • Disability discrimination – employers must make reasonable accommodations for disabled workers and cannot fire you because of a disability if you can still perform the duties of your job
  • Sexual orientation discrimination – discriminating against employees because of their sexual orientation
  • Gender discrimination – discriminating against employees because of their gender
  • Racism/race discrimination – discriminating against employees because for their skin color or ethnicity
  • Retaliation – you cannot be fired for filing a complaint about another matter or for being a whistleblower against your employer

Getting Help If You've Been Wrongfully Terminated

 If you believe you were wrongfully terminated by your employer, you may want to seek the counsel of an employment law attorney. Your attorney will be able to help gather evidence, talk to witnesses and help prepare your claim. Complete our free case evaluation today.

For more information about what to do if you've been wrongfully by specific job, see below: