How do you know if you have a case for retaliation termination?
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How do you know if you have a case for retaliation termination?
In 11/10 the director of the non-profit organization I was working for made a racial statement that I didn’t like. I spoke to her and HR, and she apologized. After this she began to ignore me or only speak to me to reprimand me. In 12/10 a new supervisor was hired and the director told her to watch me, as well as 2 other employees. In 01/11 my position was eliminated with no warning. I was handed my last check and dismissed. The director had gone on vacation 2 days before. Do I have a case?
Asked on March 1, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Termination for Racial discrimination is obviously against the law. What you have to do here is prove that there is a connection between the statement and the elimination of your job, something that is not very easy to do. First, if you are an employee "at will", meaning that you do not have a contract, then you can leave or be let go at any time and for any reason. You are going to have to try and prove that you were targeted and the job eliminated because YOU were in it. Although to you it seems like a plot that the director went on vacation it may just be a coincidence. Seek help from an attorney in your area fo consultation. Additional facts are needed to determine if you have a case or not. Good luck.
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