Can I be wrongfully terminated if I have an employment contract?

Yes, it is possible for an employee to be wrongfully terminated even if they have an employment contract. In California, all employees are protected by the state’s wrongful termination laws, regardless of whether they have an employment contract or not. Under these laws, employers cannot fire or otherwise terminate an employee unlawfully. Wrongful termination can take many forms, such as firing an employee in violation of federal or state anti-discrimination laws, firing an employee for reporting illegal, unsafe, or unethical conduct, or firing an employee in retaliation for taking a legally protected action, such as participating in an investigation or filing a complaint. Additionally, employers cannot fire an employee in violation of an employment contract. If an employer’s actions break the provisions of the contract, an employee may be entitled to compensation. It is important to note that it is sometimes difficult to prove wrongful termination, even when there is an employment contract in place. If an employee believes that they have been wrongfully terminated, they should speak to an experienced wrongful termination attorney who can help them build a case and potentially receive compensation.

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