Losing your job can be emotionally, mentally, and financially devastating. If you’ve been terminated illegally, you may have a case for wrongful termination in AZ.
At Stone Rose Law, our attorneys understand wrongful termination laws and what it takes to build a strong case. If your termination violates the Federal Civil Rights Act under Title VII or the Arizona Civil Rights Act, our experienced attorneys can help.
Call Stone Rose Law today at (480) 498-8998 for a free consultation.
Because of at-will employment in Arizona, an employer can terminate employees whenever they want in most cases. To file wrongful termination claims, an employee must be fired by an employer for highly specific reasons.
If you have been terminated following discrimination or a violation of the company’s employment contracts, you may file a lawsuit and seek compensatory damages. For example, your lawyer can help you recover costs for lost wages, future wages, mental anguish, lost benefits, and attorney’s fees.
The following are a few examples of discrimination and labor laws that an employer may violate when you’re fired illegally.
If you were injured at work and are collecting workers’ compensation, it is illegal to terminate your employment contract in retaliation for filing a claim. Specifically, the Arizona Employment Protection Act (AEPA), A.R.S. § 23-1501(A)(3)(c)(iii), states that the employer relationship can’t be terminated for exercising your rights to workers’ compensation.
The Arizona Civil Rights Act and a federal law known as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 specifically forbid firing employees for their inclusion in a protected class. For example, you cannot be fired for your race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, color, age, or family and medical leave status.
If your employer fired you after reporting fraud or other crimes, you may have a case for wrongful termination in AZ. The AEPA, A.R.S. § 23-1501, protects workers who report an employer who is violating the Arizona Constitution or Arizona state laws.
Federally, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) protects you from retaliation if you report workplace health and safety risks. Similarly, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) protects whistleblowers from termination if they come forward about suspected fraud or illegal activities at publicly traded companies.
According to A.R.S. § 21-236, an employee is wrongfully terminated if they are fired for serving jury duty. Nationally, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) protects employees from termination when they serve in the military.
Under the Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act and the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), an employee can’t be terminated for taking time off to care for a newborn, stay home for a sick day, or care for an ill family member. You are also allowed time off for taking care of legal matters or missing work because of domestic violence-related issues.
If you are fired because your employer fired you for infractions related to back pay for unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, or similar issues, you could have a case for wrongful termination in Arizona. Under the FLSA, employers cannot fire you for reporting violations involving employer breaks, meals, minimum wages, tips, and severance.
Under the AEPA and similar laws, an employee is wrongfully terminated if their employer fires them in retaliation. For example, your employer can’t fire you for testifying against them in court (AEPA, filing a discrimination claim (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964), reporting illegal activity (AEPA), or filing a workers’ compensation claim (AEPA).
Proving a wrongful termination claim can be challenging. With the help of an experienced wrongful termination lawyer, you can learn what types of documents, statements, and proof you need to support your wrongful termination case in court.
To demonstrate wrongful termination in Arizona, start by taking the following steps.
An attorney for unlawful termination can help you determine the best course of action for your wrongful termination lawsuit. Give Stone Rose Law a call today at (480) 498-8998 to learn more.
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Whether your wrongful termination case includes retaliation, discrimination claims, or similar circumstances, a skilled lawyer can help you seek compensation in a few important ways.
At Stone Rose Law, we often hear questions about a worker’s legal rights under federal employment law and the Arizona Constitution. The following are some of the most common questions and answers about Arizona wrongful termination claims.
Yes, Arizona is considered an at-will employment state. This means an employer can fire an employee for any reason that isn’t specifically restricted by federal or state laws.
According to Arizona labor laws, termination is illegal if you are taking your state or federal sick leave. You are given one hour of sick leave for every 30 hours of work and can take up to 40 hours per year if your employer has at least 15 workers.
Yes, you can sue because of an Arizona wrongful termination case. Compiling evidence and proving your case can be complex, which is why it’s important to consult with an attorney for unlawful termination.
You can file an Arizona wrongful termination claim within one year after your termination. To qualify as wrongful termination, an employee must be terminated because of discrimination, employment contract violations, or retaliation following protected conduct.
If you quit, A.R.S. § 23-353 requires employers to provide your final paycheck at your next scheduled paycheck date. Following a termination, a paycheck must be given within seven working days or the next payday, whichever is first.
Dealing with a wrongful termination claim can be challenging to navigate on your own. By partnering with an attorney, you can learn more about the best course of action for your case.
Stone Rose Law has decades of experience dealing with wrongful termination in AZ. Over our many legal cases and practice areas, we’ve achieved over $100 million in results.
Learn more by reaching out to us at (480) 498-8998.
