If you and your employer have a written contract regarding the job, it outlines the circumstances when you may face termination. However, in most cases, there is no such contract. This is known as employment ‘at will’. The employer has the right to terminate your job for any reason, or even for no reason. However, there are certain exceptions.
Florida labor and employment laws dictate that the termination of an ‘at will’ employee may be wrongful in certain circumstances. If you think that your termination was unlawful, it is best to contact a local law firm specializing in this field.
Wrongful termination happens when -
It is discriminatory practice based on ‘protected’ traits – Suppose a Miami-based business fires an employee because of his/her religion. This is unlawful. So is termination on grounds like national origin, race, sex, color, and such others.
It is violation of state public policy – Suppose you find proof of the illegal activities of your employer. If you report it to the authorities, and your employer fires you for it, it is against the law. This applies to refusal of participation in illegal activities as well.
It is violation of implied promise of ‘good faith’/’fair dealing’ – Suppose you are working for a business for two years and the time of a bonus is approaching. Your employer could not terminate you to save on this amount.
If you face any of these situations, it is imperative to get in touch with a Miami employment law firm to discuss the issue. After all, your career is at stake here.