Category Archives: Wrongful Termination
Terminating the “Protected” Employee: Firing for Cause Without Fearing a Lawsuit
Many managers in California operate in a state of paralysis when it comes to high-risk terminations. They have an employee who is consistently underperforming, toxic to the culture, or blatantly violating policy, but they are terrified to pull the trigger. Why? Because the employee recently took FMLA leave, filed a workers’ comp claim, or… Read More »
Constructive Discharge: When Quitting Counts as Wrongful Termination
“You quit, so you don’t have a case.” You might hear your employer say. Well, not in California. If your employer makes work so intolerable that a reasonable person would feel forced to resign, the law can treat your resignation as a firing. That’s known as constructive discharge and it unlocks the same claims… Read More »
Can My Employer Fire Me for My Political Beliefs in California?
It’s 2025, and political opinions can feel like landmines. One comment in a company Slack channel, one tweet liked at the wrong time, and suddenly you’re worried about your job. But can your employer really fire you for your political beliefs in California? The answer is complicated; it depends on where and how those… Read More »
Was Your Firing Illegal? Signs You’re Dealing with Wrongful Termination
Getting fired stings. Getting fired illegally? That stings with salt and shame. The worst part: employers rely on self-doubt and inertia to keep wrongdoing under wraps. But recognizing the red flags helps. At In Motion Law, we help fired employees know when to take action, not tolerate mistreatment. Signs Your Firing Was Illegal &… Read More »
