Can I sue for wrongful termination?

Yes, you can sue for wrongful termination in North Carolina. Wrongful termination happens when an employer terminates the employment of an employee for an illegal reason. An illegal reason could be when an employer discriminates against the employee, retaliates against them for a protected activity or breaks an employment contract with them. To make a successful wrongful termination claim in North Carolina, you must prove that the employer violated a law or a public policy by firing you, and that you can show that the employer’s decision to fire you was the direct cause of your financial losses. Additionally, to sue for wrongful termination, the termination must have occurred within the past three years. You can file a wrongful termination lawsuit in a North Carolina court. You should contact an experienced wrongful termination attorney in your area to discuss your legal options. An experienced attorney can review your employment agreement and protect your legal rights. It should be noted that in North Carolina employers are allowed to terminate employees at any time and for any reason unless it violates the law or public policy. If you believe you have been wrongfully terminated you should contact a lawyer right away.

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