Jan 20, 2025 · Explore your legal options if you've been fired after a workplace injury, including wrongful termination and workers' compensation rights.

Apr 18, 2024 · Knowing these rights can empower you to stand up for yourself if your employment is threatened following a workplace injury. It’s essential to explore how these protections play …

Apr 11, 2024 · Wrongful Termination: If you were fired solely due to your work injury or your pursuit of workers’ compensation benefits, and there’s evidence to support your case, you …

Jul 30, 2024 · Employers can terminate employees on light duty if there are legitimate reasons such as misconduct or inability to perform essential job functions. However, termination solely …

Jul 18, 2024 · An employer can legally terminate an employee for many reasons, even after they are injured on the job – but it is illegal to fire someone only as retaliation for filing a claim for …

Aug 5, 2024 · Protection Against Retaliation: Employers cannot legally fire or retaliate against an employee for filing a workers' compensation claim, reporting a workplace injury, or requesting …

Jul 5, 2022 · Most states have laws that make it illegal to fire an employee solely because the employee has suffered a workplace injury and filed a workers' compensation claim. However, …

Feb 4, 2025 · Employment contracts may protect employees from termination due to injury, requiring “just cause” or other defined circumstances. Unionized workplaces may also offer …

Reviewing your company’s employee handbook and policies is essential if you are terminated following an off-the-job injury. These documents often outline procedures for medical leave, …

Jan 29, 2025 · Is it legal for your employer to terminate you after filing a workers' comp claim? Learn about your rights and protections under the law in this article.