Wrongful Discharge: If You've Been Fired for the Wrong Reasons
These days, it's no secret that the recession has affected employers. More and more people have been let go from their jobs. If you or someone you love has been fired from a job, you should know that certain restrictions affect what an employer can and cannot do.
For example, employers cannot create a hostile work environment that makes it difficult for workers to feel safe on the job. They cannot discriminate against people just because of the color of their skin or their religious beliefs.
Most importantly, an employer cannot fire you just because you have been injured on the job or are drawing workers' compensation benefits. Employers who do this may be guilty of participating in "retaliatory discharge."
If you believe that your employer has fired you for the wrong reasons, contact the Stapleton Law Office. Located in Rogersville, Tennessee, we serve clients throughout upper east Tennessee in litigation and our history of successful results speaks for itself.
If You're Not Sure About Your Employer's Illegal Actions...
Many people are not sure whether or not the layoff was wrongful discharge. All they may have is a funny feeling that things just aren't quite right. At the Stapleton Law Office, we conduct in-depth investigations. We talk to potential witnesses, review records and consult with experts.
Even if an employer is claiming another reason — like poor performance or downsizing — for the termination, we often find that other reasons are to blame. Often employers just do not want the financial responsibility for the future care many personal injury victims require.
Injured? Fired? Acting Quickly is Critical
It is important to get an attorney as soon as you think you might be in trouble. As soon as an injury occurs or an employer starts acting differently, schedule a free initial consultation at the Stapleton Law Office. Because consultations are free, you have nothing to lose by talking with a lawyer — and everything to gain.
Have a conversation with an attorney as soon as possible. We have an after hours voicemail, which we check frequently, and we get back to you quickly. We can meet you at home or hospital, and are available evenings and weekends to meet our clients' needs.
To talk with trial lawyer Mark Stapleton or one of our office staff, contact the Stapleton Law Office by calling 423-546-4046 or by completing our online contact form.
