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 […]
Unjust enrichment is when someone benefits at another’s expense without compensating them. It can be remedied through a civil suit, with damages awarded if successful. To qualify, there must be a benefit received, acknowledgement of the benefit, and no compensation given. It differs from charity, where the donor also benefits. Examples include contractors fixing issues […]
