Cary Wrongful Termination Lawyers

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Employment in the state of North Carolina is mostly considered to be "at-will" employment. "At will" means that for any reason, both the employer or the worker may end the work relationship at any time. The only exception to this are reasons that the law has specifically outlined as impermissible to use as a basis for employee termination.

It is crucial that you find out what type of employment your work is classified as, because employment that is not considered to be "at will" is subject to different restrictions. Arrangements for employment that are under a set term contract are not "at will", and may only be terminated according to the clauses contained in the agreement.

What are the Illegal Grounds for Terminating At Will Employment in North Carolina?

Regarding terminating a North Carolina employee, discrimination is the most common illegal reason. An employer may not fire an employee just because they are of a particular race, religion, gender, or nationality. Employers in Cary may also not terminate at-will employees as an act of retaliation if they have filed a legal discrimination claim or prompted an investigation into discrimination.

Additionally, the Family and Medical Leave act makes it illegal for employers to terminate any of their employees who have taken leave based upon family or medical needs. Finally, employers are prevented from firing an employee because they have exercised a legal right, performed a legal obligation, or have refused to do something that is illegal.

Do I Need a North Carolina Attorney for My Wrongful Termination Case?

A local Cary, North Carolina attorney can better inform you about whether a wrongful termination has occurred, and will also help in gathering the appropriate documents for your case. There may also be unique procedures that an attorney can shepherd you through.

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Life in Cary

Cary, North Carolina, is situated in Wake County and Chatham County. The city is the second largest in Wake County with a population of 143,000 people. It is an important suburb of the city of Raleigh and belongs to the region known as "the Triangle" area. Cary is also less than 20 minutes from major universities like University of North Carolina and Duke. Over two-thirds of Cary adult residents have college degrees.

The city of Cary, North Carolina is known as the "Technology Town of North Carolina" due to its proximity to Research Triangle Park. The Research Triangle hosts research and development facilities for over 150 high-tech organizations, and is the worksite for over 39,000 employees. Also, Cary's government has made considerable efforts at increasing the quality and availability of technology in the city.

In addition, Cary's government maintains an aesthetically pleasing and artistic feel to the city. Popular destinations include William B. Umstead State Park, the Page-Walker Hotel, and the USA Baseball National Training Complex. Many events and festivals are held in Cary, North Carolina, such as the Spring Daze Arts Crafts Festival and the NC Eid Festival.

Lawyers in Cary, North Carolina practice law in many different fields and cover a variety of legal matters. Experienced attorneys in Cary are familiar with the unique laws of the city. They provide legal advice, guidance, and representation in situations where the presence of an attorney is needed.

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