Skilled Legal Help After Wrongful Termination In Pasadena, California
Losing your job can feel sudden, unfair and deeply personal. If you believe you were fired illegally, you may be questioning what happened and whether you have any legal recourse. Even though California is an at-will employment state, employees still have significant protections under state and federal law.
At Scolinos, Sheldon & Nevell LLP, our wrongful termination lawyer team represents employees in Pasadena and across California with decades of combined employment law experience. Our wrongful termination attorney understands the complex framework of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and related statutes, and we are committed to protecting workers whose rights have been violated.
Common Types Of Wrongful Termination Claims
Wrongful termination can arise in several situations. Some of the most common include:
- Discrimination: California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act prohibits termination based on protected characteristics such as age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, medical condition or military status. If you were fired due to one of these traits, a wrongful termination lawyer can evaluate whether unlawful bias played a role.
- Retaliation: Employers cannot terminate workers for engaging in protected activities. This includes whistleblowing, reporting harassment, filing a workers’ compensation claim, taking protected leave under FMLA or CFRA, requesting accommodations or participating in an investigation. Retaliation claims often require careful review of timing and employer conduct.
- Breach of Contract: An employer may violate a written agreement or implied promises reflected in offer letters, employee handbooks or consistent workplace practices. A wrongful termination attorney can assess whether contractual rights were disregarded.
- Violation of Public Policy: California law protects employees who refuse to engage in illegal conduct, exercise statutory rights or fulfill civic duties. Termination for these reasons may support a legal claim.
Each claim requires detailed factual analysis and a strategic approach tailored to the circumstances.
What Evidence Is Needed?
Documentation is often critical in proving you were fired illegally. Useful evidence may include:
- Performance reviews and disciplinary records
- Emails and text messages
- Witness statements
- Employee handbooks and company policies
- Job descriptions and termination notices
- Records of complaints or protected activity
The stronger your documentation, the better positioned your wrongful termination lawyer will be to build a persuasive case.
Speak With A Wrongful Termination Attorney
Contact Scolinos, Sheldon & Nevell LLP at 626-513-0958 or complete the online contact form. An experienced wrongful termination lawyer can review your situation and help you pursue appropriate legal remedies under California law.