Fighting For Your Rights After Wrongful Termination In Mesa
When you are wrongfully terminated, it adds an extra layer of injustice. However, due to the complex nature of such legal matters, it is better to let an experienced Arizona employment lawyer handle these cases.
At Ernst, Brown & Draper, we are committed to standing by Mesa employees to help ensure wrongful termination cases are handled with utmost care. Our experienced employment lawyers bring 25+ years of knowledge from big firms to our boutique Mesa office, where we focus on employment law intricacies to better fight for your legal rights.
What Constitutes Wrongful Termination?
Wrongful termination occurs when an employer violates the law by firing an employee. While Arizona is an “at-will” state where employers can terminate employees without cause, there are important legal exceptions. You might have a claim if you were wrongfully terminated based on:
- Discrimination: Illegal termination due to race, gender, age, disability, religion or national origin
- Retaliation: Termination for reporting workplace violations or discrimination
- Breach of contract: If you have a contract, your termination must follow its terms
- Public policy violations: Firing for refusing illegal acts or for exercising legal rights
You may have grounds for a wrongful termination claim if your termination falls under any of these categories. However, you must act quickly, as the law imposes strict deadlines, including 180 days to file with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and one year for breach of contract claims.
Seeking Justice For Wrongful Termination
When you entrust your case to us, we initiate an initial consultation to evaluate your case. If you were wrongfully terminated, our Arizona employment lawyer can fight to secure fair compensation for:
- Lost wages
- Continuation of benefits
- Job placement assistance
- Emotional distress damages
- Attorney’s fees
In some cases, we can also seek reinstatement to your previous position if desired.
You Are Not Alone In This Fight
Do not let a wrongful termination derail your career and financial stability in Arizona. Call Ernst, Brown & Draper at 602-858-5940 or fill out our online form or visit our Mesa office to let us work together to turn this setback into a comeback.