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Do You Have A Wrongful Termination Claim In Los Angeles?

Do You Have A Wrongful Termination Claim In Los Angeles?

Li - November 22, 2022

California has an extensive list of illegal reasons to fire employees. Most of it even covers at-will workers who bosses can fire at any time. If you are fired for unlawful reasons, you might be eligible to file a  California wrongful termination claim  and collect damages. That said, what counts as wrongful termination in California? Who can sue? How much can you get from suing your employer? Here's what our experienced  Los Angeles wrongful termination law attorneys  have to say about it: When Employers Illegally Fire Employees In Los An…

I Was Fired For Taking A Medical Leave In California. Can I Sue?

I Was Fired For Taking A Medical Leave In California. Can I Sue?

Li - October 29, 2022

So, the vital question is: can my employer fire me for taking medical leave? No. Legally, an employer cannot discharge an employee for requesting or taking medical leave to care for themselves or a close relative. Additionally, medical leave taken in accordance with the FMLA or California's parallel CFRA law is job-protected. This indicates that an employee who needs to take a medical leave of absence is allowed to return to the same or a comparable job position. So, if it's considered illegal, you can sue, right? Yes, but like most ci…

Suing for Wrongful Termination in Los Angeles?

Suing for Wrongful Termination in Los Angeles?

Li - April 13, 2021

While California is an "at-will" employment state, meaning that an employer can fire you for any lawful reason or no reason at all, there are several significant exceptions to the "at-will" rule. Some might argue that the exceptions trump the law. This is where the word " wrongful termination " comes into play. For example, the employer cannot fire you for an immoral cause, which is an exception to the at-will rule. Find a Labor Attorney for Wrongful Termination Claims Both federal and state laws forbid discrimi…