In the event of wrongful termination, employees in the United States may have legal protections under federal law as well as state and local laws.
Under federal law, certain types of discrimination are illegal including when employers take adverse action against an employee based on their race, sex, age (40 or over), religion, national origin, disability status or genetic information. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable anti-discrimination statutes such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals who believe they were wrongfully terminated due to any form of workplace discrimination may be able to file a lawsuit for damages against the employer. Additionally, some states also provide additional protections for employees which could apply depending on where you live. For example, California has enacted several labor laws that further protect workers from wrongful termination than those provided by federal law.
Knowledge about your specific situation is required to determine whether there are any claims that can be made under either federal or state law based on how you were treated and/or terminated from your employment position. You should consult with an experienced employment attorney in your jurisdiction before taking any action regarding potential legal claims against your former employer. In addition to providing advice regarding possible remedies and litigation strategies available to you if appropriate , they can also evaluate any offers made by employers related to mediation or settlement agreements prior to filing a lawsuit so that all options can be considered before making a decision about pursuing a claim..
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