Michael T. thought his career was in good hands with Allstate. It was not. The 55-year-old Californian had worked for Allstate for 30 years, ever since he graduated from college. He had worked his way up to the position of field sales leader and advised 30 independent...
Wrongful Termination
Video: Fired for an illegal reason? | Law Office of Twila S. White
California is an at-will state, which means that an employer does not need good cause to terminate an employee. At the same, both state and federal laws make certain workplace behaviors illegal. For example, termination based on a protected category, including race,...
Lawsuit claims man using FMLA leave was wrongfully fired
The Family Medical Leave Act allows covered employees to take job-protected leave in order to care for a sick family member, get treatment for a medical condition or welcome a new baby into the family. This leave is a critical resource that gives employees the peace...
Have you been wrongfully terminated from your job?
California is an at-will employment state, meaning that your employer has the right to terminate your job without having to provide you a reason. However, it is important for you to understand that you still have rights if you feel you have been wrongfully released....