Nevada wrongful termination laws protect workers from discrimination. Although at-will employment laws grant Nevada employers a lot of flexibility in regard to firing workers, it’s against the law to fire an employee for discriminatory reasons.
You might have reason to file a Nevada wrongful termination claim if you believe your employer violated the law. Keep reading to learn about your rights.
What Nevada Law Protects Employees From Wrongful Termination?
Nevada wrongful termination laws include NRS 613.330. This state law prohibits workplace discrimination on the basis of
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity/expression
- Age
- Disability
- National origin
The law also prohibits employers from discriminating against employees who openly discuss wages. You may have a Nevada wrongful termination case if your employer fired you shortly after hearing you discuss your wages with coworkers.
What Other Laws Protect Nevada Workers From Wrongful Termination?
Wrongful termination laws in Nevada also include these federal laws:
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Whistleblower Protection Act
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Additionally, even in an at-will state, it’s illegal for an employer to fire you if doing so involves violating the terms of your employment contract. Check the language of your contract carefully to see if it discusses when an employer can and can’t let you go.
Who Oversees the Wrongful Termination Laws in Nevada?
The process of seeking justice after an employer engages in wrongful termination in Nevada begins with filing a complaint with the Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC). You may complete this step online. NERC’s website also provides a useful flowchartto help you better understand what the process may involve once you file a claim.
You should also file a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC is essentially the federal equivalent of NERC.
A state agency handling wrongful termination claims may automatically file complaints with the EEOC when they receive them. Ask if NERC does this when filing your complaint. You may file a complaint with the EEOC online if NERC doesn’t offer this service.
Get in Touch With a Lawyer That Takes Nevada Wrongful Termination Claims
Although the above information may have helped you better understand Nevada wrongful termination laws to a degree, you may still have questions about your situation. You might not be certain you have grounds to file a claim. Even if you have a valid case, you may not know how to gather evidence to support your allegations.
This isn’t a process you have to navigate alone. Nor should you. Proving an employer fired you illegally may be easier when you have proper legal representation. A Nevada wrongful termination employment attorney may help by explaining your legal options and pursuing the compensation for which you may be eligible. Find out more by taking the Free Case Evaluation today to speak with an attorney who represents clients like you.
