Wrongful Termination & Contractual Disputes
Employment contracts for an indefinite duration are presumptively terminable at the will of either party, for any reason or for no reason at all. Contracts for “permanent” or “lifetime” employment are considered contracts for an indefinite duration and therefore presumptively terminable at the will of either party.
Nonetheless, important exceptions exist to the “at will” clause that gives rise to the concept of wrongful termination. For one, your employer cannot violate a contract with you. It is rare these days, but occasionally we see a contract for a duration of years or terminable only for cause.
If you have a written contract with your employer, you cannot be fired “at will” if your dismissal violates that contract. You may be able to file a lawsuit against your employer if the contract ensures your job security for a certain period of time and that time has not yet elapsed. Similarly, if your employer has made promises to you, those promises may carry legal weight, particularly if you have emails or witnesses to back up your version of events. It should go without saying, however, that a contract can be legally terminated by your employer if you are discharged “for cause.” An acceptable “for cause” for dismissal in spite of a contract would include an illegal action, such as sexual assault, fraud, or embezzlement.
A number of contract disputes may arise from the employment relationship, including tortious interference with contractual relations (when a former employee or employer knowingly interferes with a current contract of the other); breach of non-compete agreement (when an employee is alleged to be violating a former employer’s agreement to not work for a competing employer); severance agreement dispute; bonus or incentive pay disputes; pre-employment agreements.
Wrongful Termination & Contract Dispute Attorney
If you find yourself embroiled in a wrongful termination or contractual dispute with your current or former employer, please contact The Schipper Law Group by filling out the form here or call us at (248) 729‑2414. Our wrongful termination attorneys will explain all of your rights, explore every option, and provide you with aggressive representation when needed. We have a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes inside and outside of the courtroom.
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