Wrongful termination is when an employee is fired in violation of a law or policy, such as discrimination or breach of contract. Legal remedies may include reinstatement and compensation. In the US, at-will employment allows employers to fire employees for any reason, but wrongful termination is still illegal. Discrimination and retaliation are common grounds for […]
Breaking company policies, breaking the law, being intoxicated, losing qualifications, and reaching retirement age can be grounds for termination. Disciplinary procedures can reduce wrongful termination claims, but employers must have adequate evidence before firing. Violating a company’s policies on numerous occasions despite warnings may be grounds for termination. Usually a person can be fired if […]
