Q: Hello, Can a lawsuit be filed against an employer for wrongful termination?
I was hired and terminated from a job within one week due to not being able to submit my I-9 Documents such as my Driver's License amd Social Security card within only a limited
timeframe. I did one week of training before they terminated me.
A:
In Maryland, like in many states, employment is generally considered "at-will," which means that an employer can terminate an employee for any reason, as long as it is not illegal or discriminatory. However, there are certain circumstances under which a lawsuit for wrongful termination may be possible.
If you believe that your termination was based on a discriminatory reason, such as your race, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, you may have grounds for a wrongful termination lawsuit under federal and state anti-discrimination laws. Additionally, if your termination violated an employment contract or company policy, you may also have a case.
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