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1901 L St. NW
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Washington, DC 20036
Telephone: 202-331-9260
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Wrongful Discharge

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Representation in Cases Involving Wrongful Discharge

Attempting to prove a wrongful discharge is exceedingly difficult under current law. Although laws pertaining to wrongful discharge vary from state to state, in most states employment relationships are "at-will," which means that either the employer or the employee may terminate the relationship at any time with or without reason. However, there are a few exceptions to that rule.

  • An employer cannot terminate an employee in violation of federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
  • In most states an employer cannot terminate an employee in retaliation for exercising a right that is supported by public policy. Two examples include being terminated for filing a workers compensation claim or for refusing to engage in illegal conduct.
  • In most states an implied contract may be formed when an employer makes written or oral representations about job security or the processes to be followed prior to termination.

The attorneys at Kalijarvi, Chuzi & Newman can assist you in resolving this legal morass to your advantage irrespective of when the issue arises.

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Kalijarvi, Chuzi & Newman, P.C.
1901 L St. NW
Suite 610
Washington, DC 20036
Telephone: 202-331-9260 | Fax: 866-452-5789
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The Washington DC attorneys at Kalijarvi, Chuzi & Newman P.C. represent employees and employers throughout the Washington D.C. and Virginia metro, including the cities of Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, McLean, Tyson’s Corner, and Reston. Counties include but not limited to Montgomery County, Fairfax County, and Prince Georges County. The firm also serves the Maryland towns of Bethesda, Rockville, Silver Spring, Germantown, College Park, and Greenbelt.

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.