It's crucial to differentiate between unfair treatment and wrongful termination. While unfair treatment by your employer is not necessarily illegal in Massachusetts, there are circumstances where a termination can be considered wrongful:
Discriminatory Termination: If you believe you were terminated due to your race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics, you may have a wrongful termination claim. Massachusetts law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on these factors.
Retaliation: If you were terminated in retaliation for engaging in certain protected activities, such as reporting workplace violations, discrimination or harassment, whistleblowing, or asserting your rights under state and federal laws, your termination could be considered wrongful.
Breach of Contract: If you had an employment contract or agreement that outlines specific termination procedures, and your employer did not adhere to these terms, you may have a valid claim for wrongful termination. Learn more about grounds for termination by visiting us at wrongful termination.