Unlawful Termination Legal Steps

Summary

In North Carolina, if you believe you were wrongfully terminated due to retaliation or breach of contract, its crucial to document all relevant evidence, including communications and contracts. Consider filing a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for discrimination and retaliation claims. Consulting an employment attorney can provide a detailed evaluation of your case and guide you on the best course of action. The North Carolina Bar Association and Legal Aid of North Carolina can assist in finding legal representation.

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Crystal
Hi Crystal! What specific legal issue are you dealing with?
Unlawful termination
Hi Crystal! For unlawful termination, the specifics of your case are important to determine if you have a claim. Can you tell me your location and if you believe the termination was due to discrimination, retaliation, or another unlawful reason?
North carolina
In North Carolina, unlawful termination claims can be based on several grounds:
- Discrimination: If you were terminated due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (* or older), disability, or genetic information.
- Retaliation: If you were fired for complaining about discrimination, participating in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposing discrimination.
- Breach of Contract: If there was a violation of a written or implied employment contract.
- Violation of Public Policy: If the termination violated a clear mandate of public policy (e.g., firing for filing a workers' compensation claim).

North Carolina Department of Labor


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W Edenton St, Raleigh, NC *
Website: www.labor.nc.gov

Would you like more information on how to file a complaint or other steps you can take?
I as well as my co-worker were terminated Monday by our immediate supervisor. He stated it was due to company restructuring. This is not true as he told the landlord of the property that they were going to refil both of our positions. He will be able to testify to this if required. I started on */* and my offer letter dictated after 90 days I would be required to sign an employment contract. I acknowledged this when signing my offer letter. My employment contract states I can only be terminated for cause in the 1st 12 months. Begining more than 30 days ago, I made my direct manager aware of instances of discriminatory termination of employees as well as direct supervisors continuing to allow certain people to continue to work after they were terminated for failure to rectify e-verify employment refer instances. (I kept documentation) I asked multiple times about escalating the issue in order to protect the company from liability and litigation. I was told to include it in my year end report which I did and was submitted on Friday. I was not under any sort of performance plan and in fact was told I was going to be promoted and steps had already been taken in starting my new responsabilities. Lastly when I was hired, the exception to my work hours had been granted by the VP of the company to allow me to get my child off the bus on days my husband is traveling and my direct supervisor authorized myself and my co-worker to alternate working remote on Fridays. Friday was my remote day, however when the owner went by the office my co-worker was at an appointment (used as her lunch).I believe I was actually terminated not due to "company restructuring" as they stated but in retailiation for both my stance against discriminatory acts and my co-workers absence. This would be a breach of contract based on my employer contract as "company restructuring" is not cause nor is the absence of my co-worker.
Crystal, you may have a strong case for:
- Retaliation
- Breach of contract
- Potential discrimination
~North Carolina Department of Labor
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W Edenton St, Raleigh, NC *
Website: www.labor.nc.gov

Would you like more information on how to file a complaint or other steps you can take?
What steps should i take?
Crystal, here are the steps you should take:
*. Document Everything: Gather all evidence including emails, offer letters, contracts, and any communication about your termination and the discriminatory acts.
*. File a Complaint: Contact the North Carolina Department of Labor to file a formal complaint.
*. Seek Legal Advice: Consult an employment attorney to evaluate your case further and discuss potential legal action.
Would you like assistance in finding an employment attorney?
I dont think the department of labor handles those types of complaints
Crystal, given your detailed situation, it appears you have a strong case for wrongful termination due to retaliation and breach of contract. Here are the steps you should take:
*. Document Everything: Continue gathering all relevant evidence.
*. File a Charge: Contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for discrimination and retaliation claims.
*. Seek Legal Advice: Consult an employment attorney for a detailed case evaluation.
Would you like assistance in finding an employment attorney?
Yes I would like an attorney
Crystal, given the details you've shared, you have a strong case for wrongful termination due to retaliation and breach of contract. Here are some steps to help you find an employment attorney:
*. Contact the North Carolina Bar Association: They can provide a referral to an attorney specializing in employment law.
*. Legal Aid of North Carolina: They offer free legal services to eligible individuals.
Would you like more details on how to contact these organizations?
No
Crystal, it seems like you have a strong case for wrongful termination due to retaliation and breach of contract. Here are the steps you should take next:
*. Document Everything: Continue gathering all relevant evidence.
*. File a Charge: Contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for discrimination and retaliation claims.
*. Seek Legal Advice: Consult an employment attorney for a detailed case evaluation.
Would you like assistance in finding an employment attorney?