Category: Wrongful Termination

Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired from their job in violation of the law or an employment agreement. It means the dismissal was illegal or unjust, rather than simply being a result of poor performance or business needs. Wrongful termination can either be on the basis of your membership in a protected class or because you have reported misconduct. When you have been the victim of wrongful termination, you may be eligible for compensation if you file a[…] Read More

If you have been fired and are wondering whether your employer broke the law, you are not alone. Many New Jersey workers face this difficult situation every year. While New Jersey is an at-will employment state, there are strong legal protections that limit what employers can do when terminating an employee. Understanding your rights is crucial if you believe you were wrongfully terminated. What Is At-Will Employment in New Jersey? In New Jersey, at-will employment means that both employees and[…] Read More

Being fired from a job can be a stressful and often surprising experience, especially if you have a strong work history and a track record of reliability. The reality is that in most cases, employees in the United States can be terminated at any time, for almost any reason, without prior notice. This is known as “at-will employment.” However, as with most rules, there are important exceptions. When an employer violates your legal rights during termination, you may have grounds[…] Read More

Although the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect workers from being wrongfully terminated because of a disability, it does not mean that it does not occur. Some employers may try to conceal the fact that they fired an individual for discrimination by pointing to other reasons for the termination, but that does not protect them from wrongdoing. If you believe you have been wrongfully terminated as a result of discrimination, you have[…] Read More

If you believe you were fired for an illegal reason, proving wrongful termination will be essential to winning your case. In these lawsuits, the burden of proof is on you—the employee—to show that your employer acted unlawfully. This can be challenging because most employers will not admit the true reason behind your termination, especially if it could expose them to legal liability. That’s why having solid evidence is so important when pursuing a wrongful termination claim. Direct Evidence Direct evidence is[…] Read More