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Wrongful Termination

Losing your job shouldn’t mean losing your rights. If you’ve been wrongfully terminated—you have a case.

Wrongful Termination Attorneys

At Sanders Law Group, we understand how devastating it is to lose your job—especially if it wasn’t lawful. New York is an “at-will” state, meaning employers can terminate most employees for any reason—or no reason at all. But there are critical exceptions. If your firing violated anti-discrimination laws, breached a contract, retaliated against protected activity, or violated public policy, you may have been wrongfully terminated. We’re here to help you fight back.

When Is Termination Considered “Wrongful” in New York?

In a typical at-will employment arrangement, termination is lawful unless it occurs for reasons that are:

  • Discriminatory: Based on protected categories like race, age, gender, religion, disability, or national origin. (Title VII, ADA, ADEA)
  • Retaliatory: Because you reported discrimination, wage violations, unsafe work conditions, or participated in protected activity. (Whistleblower Protections)
  • A breach of contract: Violation of written, implied, or handbook-based employment agreements.
  • Violation of public policy: Firing for taking jury duty, refusing illegal acts, or invoking legal rights like FMLA. (Public Policy Exception)

Constructive Discharge: When You’re Pushed to Quit

Sometimes, employers don’t fire you—they make conditions intolerable until you resign. This is known as constructive discharge. Legally, it’s treated the same as an illegal termination if:

  • A reasonable person would have felt compelled to resign due to hostile work conditions.
  • Those conditions are based on discrimination or retaliation.

Elements We Use to Build a Strong Case

  • Documented evidence: Termination letters, performance reviews, emails, policy violations.
  • Timeline and context: Whether the firing followed a complaint or protected activity.
  • Comparative evidence: Other employees in similar roles not subject to termination.
  • Contract review: Analysis of written, implied, or handbook-derived agreements.
  • Witness testimony: Colleagues who observed discriminatory or retaliatory behavior.

Why New York Law Gives You an Edge

While a federal wrongful termination claim requires proving that unlawful reasons were the “but-for” cause of your firing, New York law provides broader protections:

  • NY State & City laws prohibit termination with even partial discriminatory or retaliatory motives.
  • Employment handbooks may create implied contracts that override at-will status. (Implied Contract Exception)

Steps to Take If You Believe You Were Wrongfully Terminated

  1. Collect documentation—emails, termination notice, performance evaluations.
  2. Note the sequence of events—especially if termination followed a protected action.
  3. Consult a lawyer early—statutes of limitations can expire quickly.

How Sanders Law Group Can Help

  • Evaluate your claim under federal, state, and city wrongful-termination standards.
  • File claims with relevant agencies: EEOC, NYSDHR, or NYCCHR.
  • Negotiate severance or pursue litigation seeking back pay, reinstatement, emotional damages, or punitive relief.
  • Protect your rights—especially when reviewing severance agreements or “for cause” dismissals.

Why Time is of the Essence

Deadlines are strict. Anti-discrimination claims to the EEOC usually have a 300-day deadline; breach-of-contract and public-policy claims may have a 6-year window. Let us act quickly to preserve your case.

Contact Sanders Law Group for a Free Case Review

If your termination felt unfair, discriminatory, or unlawful, schedule a free consultation today:

Call (800) 979-3707, email info@sanderslaw.group, or fill out our free consultation form.

Why Clients Trust Sanders Law Group

  • Deep expertise in wrongful termination, discrimination, and employment contract law.
  • Compassionate, client-centered service that empowers and supports you.
  • Proven track record of securing justice and meaningful compensation.

You deserve dignity, security, and fair treatment at work. Let Sanders Law Group fight for what’s right.