Category Archive: Civil Litigation

The law generally allows employers to terminate employees at will, though there are important exceptions. One exception is the termination of employment because an employee reported unlawful conduct of the employer - or they “blew the whistle.” If you were fired because you complained about or reported wrongful conduct by your employer, you have the right to take legal action. Reach out to a law firm that handles whistleblower cases right away.

Legal Protections for Whistleblowers in New Jersey

The New Jersey legislature enforces statutes read more

Anytime you enter into a legal agreement, you risk that a breach of contract will occur. Even if you and the other parties fully agree to the terms of a contract, there is always the chance that they will decide not to abide by those terms - or that they will accuse you of failing to do so. Contracts are legally binding, as long as they meet the requirements under contract law. This means that you have the right to take legal action if another party commits a breach of contract. Below are different types of contract breaches that might occur. To read more

Wrongful termination means a person gets fired in a way that violates their rights or the law. Sometimes, it can be difficult to identify when wrongful termination occurs, and it can be even more challenging to prove it. The success or failure of a wrongful termination case often hinges on the ability of the former employee to prove that the reason the employer stated for firing them is fabricated, and the right lawyer can help with this.

At-Will Employment

Every state except Montana allows employers to fire at-will employees at any time read more