It has happened. You've received a termination notice from your employer. Even if you saw it coming, it doesn't make it any easier for you to move on with your life. And that's especially the case if you feel that you've been the victim of a wrongful termination.
Were you terminated? Review these sections of your contract
Losing your job has the potential to turn your life upside down. With so much going on around you, it's natural for your head to be spinning and for you to lose track of your priorities. If that happens, you could make a mistake that costs you time and money.
You have the right to refuse dangerous work
You and your employer may have different ideas about what unsafe working conditions entail. While you strongly believe that an activity puts your health and well-being at risk, your employer may disagree, as they want you to do what you're told.
Wrongful termination and retaliation
Employers are not permitted to terminate or punish employees for their participation in a protected practice, such as reporting a safety violation or discrimination.
Hold your employer accountable if they wrongly terminated you
Landing a job in your desired profession in California can be hard to do. Many individuals don't have an emergency fund built up that they can tap into if they lose their job. This is why you may find it difficult if you lose your job unexpectedly. If you can prove that you were wrongfully terminated from your role, then you may be able to sue your employer.
Will you avoid doing these things if you’re terminated?
If your employment is terminated for any reason, it's easy to become upset. It's also easy to overact and make things worse on you.
Key questions to ask if your employment is terminated
If you receive a termination notice from your employer, it's important that you don't become upset. Stay calm, learn more about the reason for your termination and then implement a plan for protecting yourself.
Steps to take if your employment contract is terminated
Even if you don't like your job, there's nothing worse than receiving a notice of termination. Not only will this impact your finances, but it can also take a toll on your personal and professional lives.
A WeWork executive alleges they fired him because of his age
A WeWork executive, who was let go from his vice president role at the company earlier this year, is suing his former employer. He filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against them in San Francisco Superior Court last week.
Wrongful termination and breach of contract: Were you a victim?
When you accept a job offer, you typically sign a contract outlining the terms and conditions of your employment. Employment contracts may also include language related to your potential termination, including any benefits you're entitled to if the time comes.
