Category Archives: Wrongful Termination
Retaliation and Wrongful Termination: Recognizing Your Rights
In New Jersey, retaliation is one of the most common claims in wrongful termination cases. State and federal laws provide employees with robust protections against adverse employment actions taken as punishment for engaging in legally protected activities. When employees face retaliation for whistleblowing, reporting discrimination, or asserting other rights, the consequences can be devastating… Read More »
Can You Sue an Employer for Laying You Off?
Being laid off from a job is extremely stressful. It can put a tremendous financial burden on a worker and their family. If you were laid off in New Jersey, you may be wondering: Can I sue my employer for laying me off? The short answer is that employers have a general right to… Read More »
Can You Be Fired in New Jersey If You Did Not Do Anything Wrong?
New Jersey is an at-will employment state. As described by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), the standard means that a relationship between an employer and employee is presumed to be voluntary and can be ended at any reason and for any time—but for violations of the law. Can you be fired in… Read More »
Four Myths About Wrongful Termination Claims in New Jersey
Did you or a loved one recently lose a job in New Jersey? If so, you may be considering bringing a legal claim against your employer. There are a lot of misconceptions about how wrongful termination cases actually work. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we have extensive experience handling wrongful termination lawsuits. In this article,… Read More »
