“WHY CAN I BE FIRED?” SAN FRANCISCO EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS EXPLAIN
Most California employees are employed “at will.” This means that their employer may fire them for any reason at any time. Although California is an “at will” state, there are two exceptions to the “at-will” doctrine. A CA employee can sue for a breach of an employment contract or a termination of work based on discrimination.
Firing Based on Discrimination
Employers may not fire employees based on their race, gender, medical disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, etc. Bosses may not fire employees because they have reported an illegal behavior in their workplace. If your employer has fired you for one of the above reasons, you have been discriminated against. Your firing may be illegal.
Firing based on Contract
Your firing may have also been illegal if you had an employment contract with your employer. In this case, your employer likely cannot legally fire you without just cause. If you do not have a written contract you may also have an implied contract.
If you believe you have been wrongfully fired based on discrimination or a breach of an implied or written contract, contact Greenberg & Rudman, LLP at If you have an implied contract that has been breached by your boss, contact Greenberg & Rudman, LLP at 1-800-ALAWPRO or 1-800-252-9776 for a free consultation. You can also visit us at www.discriminationattorney.com to learn more. We are here to help you!
