This is a multi-state form covering the subject matter of the title.
This is a multi-state form covering the subject matter of the title.
Workers who prevail in a wrongful termination claim often get awarded between $5,000 and $100,000 in compensation. However, each case is different. There is no single “average” wrongful termination. Numerous factors can change how much a particular case is worth.
Proving wrongful termination in an at-will state is difficult. Your employer can let you go for no reason at all, so showing that you were fired for an unlawful reason can be difficult. You will need to prove that you were fired for an unlawful reason.
Estimated Ranges (Just for Context) Case TypeApproximate Range Wrongful Termination $10,000 – $150,000+ Harassment/Discrimination $30,000 – $500,000+ Wage & Hour Violations $1,000 – $50,000 Retaliation Claims $25,000 – $250,0001 more row •
Employees must establish the existence of an employment relationship, the circumstances of their termination (whether direct or constructive), and evidence indicating unlawful motives behind the termination.
While multimillion awards are possible, it is crucial to keep in mind that federal laws limit the amount of punitive and compensatory damages awarded in cases involving wrongful termination. They cannot exceed $50,000 – $300,000, depending on the number of employees working for the employer's business.
A resignation under pressure is a form of discharge. If the employee had no effective choice but to leave when they did, it was an involuntary work separation, and the employer's chances in the case will depend upon its ability to prove misconduct.