If you are a Georgia employee, it is important to know that Georgia is an at-will State. This means your employer can terminate your employment for any reason, be it good, bad, illogical, or even ugly. However, you cannot be terminated for reasons that are illegal under state or federal law.
At Shelton Law Practice, LLC, our attorneys are dedicated to helping Georgia workers who have been wrongfully terminated from their employment. We fight for employees who have suffered egregious harm as the result of a wrongful employer. If you lost your job for an unlawful reason, contact our office at (404) 865-3771 to schedule a confidential case consultation.
What Is an At-Will State?
In Georgia, as in many other states, most employees are considered at-will. At-will employees can be terminated from their employment at any time for nearly any reason unless it is prohibited by state or federal law. Therefore, while a firing may seem frustrating or unreasonable, it may not necessarily be illegal.
Unfortunately, Georgia law offers limited protections for Georgia workers. Therefore, wrongful termination cases and other employment law claims are often based on violations of federal law.
What Is Unlawful Termination?
If you are fired as a result of discrimination or retaliation, you might have a case for wrongful termination. It is important to discuss your case with a Georgia employment lawyer who can help you understand your rights.
Illegal reasons people are terminated from their employment:
- Breach of an employment contract;
- Due to their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin;
- As retaliation for opposing unlawful practices;
- Due to family or medical leave;
- In violation of public policy; or
- In response to whistleblower actions.
It is important to act quickly if you have been wrongfully terminated from your employment in Atlanta or the surrounding areas. You may only have a limited amount of time to file a claim for damages. An attorney can help protect your rights and your interests.
What to Do If You Were Illegally Fired
If you believe that you were fired from your job for illegal reasons, you should consult with an attorney. It is a good idea to collect evidence that shows the discriminatory or wrongful actions of your employer. Emails, eyewitness accounts, and other documentation can help prove your case.
Depending on the situation, you might be entitled to file a claim with a regulatory agency such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or pursue a wrongful termination lawsuit against an unethical employer.
How We Can Help
At Shelton Law Practice, we are well-versed in helping hold employers accountable for wrongful discrimination. Our firm has extensive experience taking on even the most challenging cases.
We believe in standing up for the rights of workers and will not back down when there is a violation of state or federal law. Our firm will conduct a thorough investigation into your claim to determine all of your legal options.
Illegally Fired from Your Job in Georgia? Contact Our Office.
Were you unlawfully terminated from your employment in Atlanta, Georgia? Contact our office at (404) 865-3771 to schedule an initial case evaluation. Consultations are confidential and without obligation to retain our services.
Our law office will help you fight to protect yourself and others from these illegal actions. Let us file a claim or lawsuit on your behalf to end these practices. Do not wait until it is too late. Call today to determine how we can help.
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