Burbank Wrongful Termination Lawyer

Wrongful terminations typically come out of the blue, leaving the employee in shock and facing immediate financial and professional harm. This is especially true because most employees in this situation feel as though they have done nothing to warrant a firing. If you feel this describes your circumstances, allow a Burbank employment law lawyer to fight for you.

Our firm has recovered more than $100 million for our clients by Practicing the Art of Law. We personalize each case to meet the client’s circumstances and needs. Call KJT Law Group today for a free consultation about hiring a Burbank wrongful termination lawyer.

Believe You Were Wrongfully Terminated? Hire a Burbank Wrongful Termination Lawyer from KJT Law Group

For more than 10 years, KJT Law Group has fought for our clients who have been mistreated by their employers. A Burbank wrongful termination attorney from our firm can help build a strong case to prove that you were wrongfully terminated.

We Have Seen Many Cases of Wrongful Termination, So We Know What Unlawful Employer Actions Look Like

Wrongful termination cases can be complex, especially when employers take active measures to cover their tracks. However, because we have handled a broad spectrum of wrongful termination cases, we:

Have seen firsthand the tactics employers use to justify wrongful firings and layoffs
Understand the subtle nuances of California employment law, and we know how to apply the law to wrongful termination cases
Are undaunted even when employers staunchly defend their wrongful actions

We will use our experience to protect your rights and build a robust case.

Your Wrongful Termination Case Will Be a Top Priority

When we accept a wrongful termination case, we recognize the client has put immense trust in us—we don’t take that responsibility lightly. We aim to resolve your case fairly and efficiently so you can get justice and move forward with your professional and personal life.

We Handle Even the Most Challenging Cases

Many employers have plausible deniability when they fire an employee, and this can make cases like yours difficult. KJT Law Group thrives in the toughest of circumstances. We don’t give up when cases prove complex, and we will be invested in your case for the long-haul.

Our Record of Successful Outcomes Carries Weight

Our Burbank employment law attorneys are dedicated to getting you justice and a fair settlement. Our firm’s case results are a point of pride. We have recovered individual verdicts and settlements, including a $6.9 million recovery in an unlawful termination case.

There Is No Upfront or Out-of-Pocket Cost to Hire KJT Law Group

Wrongful termination often causes distressing financial uncertainty, so we make our legal services affordable to all. You will not pay any upfront fees or costs. Instead, your lawyer will earn their fee as a percentage of any compensation they obtain for you.

Call KJT Law Group today to learn more about how our Burbank wrongful termination attorneys can help with your case. The consultation is free and comes with no obligation to hire our firm afterwards.

Damages You Can Recover After an Unlawful Firing

Everyone responds in unique ways to being fired without just cause. You can recover any and all of the following, depending on your case:

Pain and suffering
Lost back wages
Lost future wages
Lost benefits
Loss of reputation
The cost of mental health services related to the wrongful termination

Our Burbank employment lawyers can work with economists and other experts with valuable insight into the cost of wrongful firings and layoffs to help build a stronger case on your behalf.

We may also be able to get you your job back.

Wrongful Termination Is Illegal in California, and Is Therefore Grounds for Legal Action

The State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) cites several laws that prohibit wrongful termination in all its forms. These laws include:

Labor Code section 96(k)
Labor Code section 98.6
Labor Code section 230(a)
Labor Code section 230(b)
Labor Code section 230(c)
Many other statutes explicitly detailing employers’ duty to refrain from wrongful termination

These statutes cover many forms of wrongful termination. You may pursue a wrongful termination case with KJT Law Group’s help in response to:

Discriminatory termination, which can include firing on the basis of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics
Termination based on the employee’s use of time off
Retaliatory termination, which can occur when an employee files a complaint, acts as a whistleblower, or takes other protected action that prompts an employer to terminate them
Termination that is in breach of an employment contract
Termination that related to harassment, including sexual harassment
Firing based on false claims about the employee’s performance
Termination that violates any federal or state statute

If you were terminated under any other conditions you believe were unjust or unlawful, our team wants to hear your story. We will listen to your account, review all relevant information, and determine if you have grounds for a wrongful termination case.

The DIR explains that you generally have one year to file a complaint with the California Labor Commissioner’s Office, so it’s important you contact KJT Law Group as soon as possible. There can be exceptions to this deadline, so contact us even if more than a year has passed since your firing.

How Our Burbank Wrongful Termination Attorneys Make Cases Like Yours

Every case we handle presents a new story involving unique circumstances and damages. Our attorneys will create a personalized strategy to provide the exact services your case requires.

Some of the duties we often handle for victims of wrongful termination in Burbank include:

Helping You Report the Wrongful Termination and File a Human Resources (HR) Claim

Filing a claim with the California Labor Commissioner’s Office and a report with your employer’s HR department can be necessary in a wrongful termination case. We will help in these critical processes, which:

Will add to the formal documentation of the wrongful termination
Help establish the timeline of your case
Can help deter any allegations that your claim is baseless
Will initiate the claims process as soon as possible

We have dealt with state and federal regulators many times, so we will complete the reporting process efficiently.

Obtaining Documentation Bolstering Your Unlawful Termination Case

Documentation is a pivotal component of every wrongful termination case in Burbank or elsewhere. We may document your employer’s unjust actions by:

Obtaining a copy of your personnel file, which may show that you have been a consistent (or even stellar) employee who did not deserve to be fired
Getting a copy of your employment contract, if it is relevant to the case
Securing copies of any emails, text messages, and other communications supporting your case
Interviewing any coworkers, experts, or others with accounts relevant to your case
Obtaining any performance evaluations that support your case

If your employer has a history of terminating employees unlawfully, we will gather any documentation that helps prove the pattern.

Document the Harm Resulting from the Wrongful Termination

Your Burbank wrongful termination lawyer will need to prove the harm you’ve endured because of an employer’s unlawful termination. Some forms of relevant documentation may include:

Bank statements showing how much income you have lost due to the wrongful firing or layoff
Your account of the emotional distress and other types of pain and suffering resulting from your termination
A mental health professional’s diagnosis of conditions like depression, anxiety, and other harm that can result from a wrongful firing

We will also detail any lost benefits or career opportunities and other economic or non-economic damages caused by your former employer’s actions.

Initiating the Action to Seek Compensation

We will explain your options for seeking compensation following wrongful termination, as well as the pros and cons of each option. You and your Burbank employment law attorney may choose to:

File a claim with a state or federal regulatory agency that oversees wrongful termination claims, which could prompt mediation or other processes that lead to a financial recovery
File a lawsuit against your employer, which could also lead to a settlement or trial, where we will argue for a jury to award you fair compensation

Your attorney may pursue a claim first, then file a lawsuit if mediation or other processes don’t lead to the outcome you seek. We will be wholly responsible for resolving whichever course of action you choose.

Call KJT Law Group Today for Your Free Consultation About Pursuing a Burbank Wrongful Termination Case

When you need a legal team that will fight for you, make the call to KJT Law Group. We have extensive experience with wrongful termination cases in Burbank. We treat our clients like family, and we will fight relentlessly to get a just outcome to a difficult situation. Our Burbank wrongful termination lawyers are ready to help.

Call KJT Law Group today to complete your free consultation.