Statistics show that 17 percent of Americans have at least one tattoo, while another nearly 20 percent are considering getting one. Now that it’s not a rarity to see a passer-by with ink all over his or her body (and/or face), an increasing number of Americans are asking our wrongful termination attorney in Los Angeles,… Continue reading Can I Be Fired Because Of My Tattoos, Or Is It Wrongful Termination?
California is an “at-will” employment state. This means that employers and employees are allowed to terminate their job without notice, at any time, and with or without cause. This presumption provides freedom for both employer and employee, but it does not excuse all termination. In other words, your job can’t just fire you for no… Continue reading What Is Wrongful Termination?
Nothing compares to being told “You’re fired!” With your dream shattered, you are entering a chapter of uncertainty, depression, frustration, and countless sleepless nights spent applying for new jobs, doubting that you will ever be able to get a new job, and tossing and turning thinking about why you were fired in the first place.… Continue reading 4 Tips To Preserve A Wrongful Termination Claim In California
When you are hired you typically sign a contract to work. This contract explains the expectations of the job as well as how the company treats certain issues if they arise. When we leave a job it is normally because we leave for another job. There are also times when we are aware that we… Continue reading Wrongful Termination: What You Need to Know
Many people go to work each day in California and fail to realize how quickly their employment could come to an end. Many jobs are considered at-will employment, which means that neither the company or the employee has to give reason to end the contract. Despite this, employees still cannot be wrongfully terminated. What is… Continue reading How to Determine if You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated
Losing a job can be hard, especially if you have a family to support. If it happens suddenly, it can be even worse because you may not have immediate options available for alternate employment. Any lost income or loss of benefits can severely impact your livelihood and emotional well-being. Sometimes we lose our jobs because… Continue reading You Have Protection If You Have Suffered A Wrongful Termination In Los Angeles
More than a third of the total U.S. workforce – 36 percent – are freelancers, and the number of freelancers in the United States is constantly growing. Being a freelancer has its own perks, and similarly, there are many advantages for an employer to be using the services of freelancers as opposed to hiring employees.… Continue reading Are Freelancers Entitled To Sue Their Clients (Employers) For Wrongful Termination In California?
After you have been illegally fired by your employer in Los Angeles or elsewhere in California, it is wise to wonder how much you will receive in compensation if you file a wrongful termination claim. One of the first questions that come to mind is “How much can I expect in compensation for wrongful termination?”… Continue reading How Much Is Your Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Worth? What Is The Average Compensation?
Federal and state laws provide a wide array of protections for workers. These protections range from required safety procedures to protection from discrimination. When an employer violates these rules or regulations, it can face fines and legal liability. Sometimes, an employer will terminate an employee in an attempt to keep violations private or “get back… Continue reading Retaliation: Wrongful Termination in California
No matter how tempting it may be to finally tell your employer what you really think about him or her, remain calm and self-possessed when communicating with your boss. Even if you are on the brink of being terminated or have been wrongfully terminated. “But what does it have to do with the success of… Continue reading Don’t Be Rude To Your Employer, As This Could Ruin Your Wrongful Termination Case