If you were fired for an illegal reason in North Dakota, there are some laws in place that can protect you. Employers in North Dakota must obey state and Federal non-discrimination laws, which means that they can’t fire employees for reasons that are protected by law. Even in states like North Dakota that have at will employment employers must obey employment laws that forbid firing someone for a protected reason.
What Is North Dakota Human Rights Act?
The North Dakota Human Rights Act is a law created to make sure that employers can’t fire employees for reasons like their age, race, or pregnancy status. The North Dakota Human Rights Act makes it illegal for an employer to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age (40 years and older), disability, pregnancy, marital status, or receipt of public assistance. If you were fired by an employer for a reason that is protected by the North Dakota Human Rights Act you can file a claim against that employer for damages.
What Other Laws Protect North Dakota Workers From Wrongful Termination?
North Dakota employers also have to follow Federal employment laws that make it illegal for them to fire employees for protected reasons. Many of the Federal employment laws have similar protections to the protections in the North Dakota Human Rights Act. If an employer fired you illegally they could face both state and Federal penalties. Some of the Federal employment laws that protect workers from illegal firing are:
- Americans With Disabilities Act
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
- Pregnancy Protection Act
- Pregnancy Fairness Act
- Family Medical Leave Act
- Age Discrimination In Employment Act
- Occupational Health And Safety Act
- Immigration Reform And Control Act
You can file a complaint against any employer who violates your rights under those laws.
Who Oversees the Wrongful Termination Laws in North Dakota?
If you were fired illegally in North Dakota you can file a complaint with the North Dakota Department of Labor. You can contact them by starting a complaint online or calling the Department of Labor directly. You can also file a complaint with the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The EEOC can investigate claims in North Dakota and anywhere else in the country.
Get in Touch With a Lawyer That Takes North Dakota Wrongful Termination Claims
Filing a complaint against a previous employer for illegally firing you can be nerve-wracking and confusing. The system of filing a complaint can be tough to understand. Working with an employment attorney can help you navigate the process of filing a complaint and compiling the evidence you need to prove your case.
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