Brentwood Wrongful Termination Lawyers

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In California, most employment is considered "at will". This type of employment follows the principle that either the employer or the employee may terminate the relationship at any time, for any reason. The only exception to "at-will" employment is that the employment may not be terminated in a manner that violates the law.

Employment not falling in the "at will" category is subject to different limitations and requirements, so you should be sure to learn the classification of your work setup. In general, employment that is subject to a set period employment contract is not considered to be "at will", and termination can only happen in accordance with procedures outlined in the contract.

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

In the state of California, employee discrimination is the most common illegal ground for termination in an at-will employment. Employers are prohibited from terminating their employees on the basis of race, gender, religion, or nationality. Brentwood employers are further prohibited from firing at-will employees in order to retaliate against them for filing a legal discrimination claim or initiating an investigation of discrimination.

Furthermore, the Family and Medical leave act prohibits employers from firing employees for having taken leave for family or medical reasons. Lastly, employees are protected from being fired by their employer for performing a legal obligation, exercising their legal rights, or for refusing to participate in an illegal act.

Do I Need a California Attorney for My Wrongful Termination Case?

Brentwood, California lawyers are knowledgeable and can inform you properly as to whether a wrongful termination has occurred. They will also be able to help you gather the required information and documents, and will guide you through any unique or special procedures.

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Life in Brentwood

Brentwood, California is a city in Contra Costa County, California, in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. Its population is a little over 51,000 people.

Brentwood, California's economy has evolved over the last several decades, transitioning from a mostly agriculture based economy, to one based on retail and services. Uniquely, however, Brentwood has retained agriculture as a significant portion of its economic base, creating a diverse and vibrant economy, with a median household income of over ,000.

Many extremely successful professionals call Brentwood, California home. These include many lawyers and other providers of legal services.

Brentwood, California lawyers are highly competent, and are able to handle almost any legal issue just about any legal issue that their clients will face.

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