What is 'Termination without cause' clause? A Termination Without Cause clause is a contractual provision that allows one or both parties to terminate the agreement without stating a specific reason or cause, typically upon providing advance written notice and subject to certain conditions or consequences.
The type of evidence you will need depends on the type of wrongful termination case you have. Evidence can be in the form of your testimony, witness statements, “me too” victims, documents, communications, and recordings. Evidence of a particular pattern, practice, and policy may also be relevant.
When an employee is fired for speaking about safety problems at work, this is an example of unfair termination. If an employee tells their boss or a regulatory body about unsafe conditions and is then fired, this is likely to be seen as retaliation and goes against the rights of whistleblowers.
2. Termination at Will. Termination at will lets you end a contract without needing a specific reason—so long as you follow legal and contractual obligations. While most common in employment agreements, it also applies to service contracts, business partnerships, and leases.
California obeys “at-will” employment laws. This means that all employers have the right to terminate employees at will, for almost any reason, or for no reason at all. This does not, however, mean that an employer can fire someone out of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
When it comes to employment law, a little knowledge can be powerful. California is an at-will state, meaning an employer can terminate you with or without cause.
Check that you have a ground for termination Most contracts will include clauses about specifically when a contract will be terminated, so it should be clear whether or not you have grounds for termination. But there's also a general right to terminate a contract if a breach of contract occurs.
If an employee believes they have been wrongfully terminated, harassed, or discriminated against by their employer, they must file a claim to the EEOC to formally investigate the issue. If the EEOC determines the claim is valid, they will recommend the next steps to the claimant and may exact penalties on the employer.
Workers' Rights After Being Fired If you have already been fired, you still have rights under California law. For example, upon termination, your employer is required to provide your final paycheck immediately or within a specified time frame, depending on whether you were fired or quit voluntarily.