A wrongful termination, also known as a wrongful discharge or a wrongful dismissal, is a legal term that describes a situation where an employee was fired and the reason for the firing appears to be against the law. Specifically, wrongful termination usually involves a breach of the employment contract or breaks federal or state employment discrimination law. Wrongful termination and the lawsuits that could come from them are scary topics for small business owners.
Please note that this article contains general information, and we suggest consulting your own legal professional for any wrongful termination situations.
