California Wrongful Termination Lawyer in Long Beach
In California, along with many other states, employees are presumed to be “at will.” This term means that your employer can fire you at any time for any reason. However, there are certain situations, dictated by public policy, where the at-will presumption is overcome and rendered irrelevant. If you are fired based upon one of the exceptions to the at-will designation, you may have a case of wrongful termination.
Our lawyers and staff at the office of Andrea Cook & Associates have been handling wrongful termination cases for over 15 years. We are a strong and established firm that has gained a reputation for being aggressive representatives of our clients' rights. It is important to us that you fully understand the laws that apply to your situation and how we can pursue a resolution to the matter that is in your best interests.
We also handle cases that were the basis upon which you were fired, such as:
In the past, a terminated employee may have been able to proceed with both administrative remedies and go to court, taking action against the employer. However, since the state of this law is unsettled, the courts are no longer allowing individuals to proceed down both of these tracks. Our staff can help you understand your options and make an informed decision about the proper course of action.
Do not wait until you are fired to seek legal counsel.
Before they are actually terminated, many employees are keenly aware that something is amiss and that their tenure at the company may soon be ended. It is important that you are proactive in this type of situation and enlist the assistance of an experienced attorney at our firm. We can then be involved in every aspect of the case and possibly prevent your termination.
We have recovered millions of dollars and vindicated the rights of many clients who were wrongfully terminated, as the following representative examples illustrate:
Financial officer of San Diego municipal district terminated for complaining about illegal tax practices; airline pilot terminated for complaining about safety practices; stockroom employees terminated for complaining about safety issues; and, FDA-regulated inspector terminated for complaining about failing to follow FDA regulations.
Contact a wrongful termination attorney by phone or e-mail at Andrea Cook & Associates to learn more about how our firm may be able to help you through your wrongful discharge case. We are sensitive to the needs of terminated employees and are dedicated to aggressively advocating for your legal and civil rights.
