Are there exceptions to at-will employment that allow an employee to sue for wrongful dischrage?
There are many exceptions to at-will employment contained in both state and federal law, including unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation. These exceptions include, wrongful termination because of age, gender, sex, race, sexual orientation, sexual preference, marital status, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, military service, invasion of privacy, whistle-blowing, and other protected legal rights. There are also protections for employees who have complained about unlawful or other improper conduct (whistle blowers), have exercised other protected rights (taking medical leave, jury leave, disability leave, etc.). If you believe that you have been terminated unfairly, you should consult with a labor and employment attorney to determine what rights you may have against your former employer. These claims can be complex and difficult, and the assistance of a experienced lawyer, may be necessary to increase your chances of success in a case from wrongful terminatio
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