If you were fired for an illegal reason in Wyoming, there are some laws in place that can protect you. Even in a state that has at-will employment your employer can’t fire you for a reason that is protected by law. If you were fired for a reason that is discriminatory or against the law you could be eligible to file a complaint against that employer for unlawful termination.
What Is Wyoming’s Civil Rights Law?
Wyoming’s Civil Rights Law is similar to the Federal Title VII law that prohibits discrimination in the workplace based on an individual's race, religion, color, sex, national origin, handicap, qualified disability, or age. Even though Wyoming is an at-will employment state employers can’t fire someone because of their race, religion, color, sex, national origin, handicap, qualified disability, or age.
Workers in Wyoming are protected by Federal employment laws in addition to the Wyoming Civil Rights Law.
What Other Laws Protect Wyoming Workers From Wrongful Termination?
All workers in the US are protected by Title VII of the Federal Civil Rights Law. And they also are protected by Federal employment laws like:
- 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
If your employer has violated your rights and fired you for a reason that is illegal you can file a claim against that employer. You could be entitled to damages or even getting your job back.
Who Oversees the Wrongful Termination Laws in Wyoming?
In Wyoming workers who were fired for an illegal reason have six months after being terminated to file a complaint. The Labor Standards Division of the Wyoming Department of Employment investigates workplace violations like illegal firing. You can file a complaint with the Labor Standards Division online or you can call the office to get more information on filing.
You can also file a complaint with the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The EEOC has jurisdiction to investigate workplace rights violations in all states. You can file a complaint with the EEOC on their website or visit a branch office of the EEOC in Wyoming. You will need to submit evidence showing your firing was illegal with your claim.
Get in Touch With a Lawyer That Takes Wyoming Wrongful Termination Claims
Talking to an employment attorney that helps those in Wyoming is a good way to prepare for filing a claim. An employment attorney can answer questions about your particular situation and help you figure out what evidence you need to submit to prove your claim.
If you’re ready to speak with an employment lawyer now to find out more about filing a claim against an employer for wrongful termination fill out a Free Case Evaluation now. You’ll be put in touch with a participating employment attorney taking cases in Wyoming.
