Wrongful Termination

One of the most difficult experiences in an employee’s working life is being fired or laid off from a job. However, in some cases, an employee’s termination may be in violation of the law. Federal and state laws prohibit employee termination in a variety of different circumstances, and violation of these laws may be grounds for legal action.

If you or someone you know feels that you have been wrongfully terminated from your job, you should act to ensure that your employer is held accountable for their actions. Contact the Austin employment attorneys of The Melton Law Firm, at 512-330-0017 today to discuss the details of your situation with a qualified member of our legal team.

Types of Wrongful Termination

An employee’s termination may be in violation of the law in a number of different circumstances. Some of the most common of these include:

• Termination because of race, age, disability, or other prohibited forms of discrimination
• Termination due to sexual harassment retaliation
• Termination in violation of labor regulations
• Termination in violation of agreements between employers and employees
• Whistleblower retaliation

Employers who engage in these and other common forms of prohibited employment practices need to be held accountable for their actions in order to prevent future abuses.

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Wrongful termination is not only unfair; it is against the law. If you or someone you know has been the victim of a wrongful termination, you may be able to bring legal action against your employer. Contact the Austin employment lawyers of The Melton Law Firm, by calling 512-330-0017 to learn more about your rights and options under the law.