Cincinnati Wrongful Termination Attorneys
Comprehensive Legal Support for Clients Across Ohio
Wrongful termination can be an emotionally and financially devastating event for any loyal, hardworking employee. Fortunately, Ohio employment laws protect workers from being unjustly fired on the basis of discrimination or retaliation.
The Cincinnati wrongful termination attorneys at Freking Myers & Reul, LLC are here to help you file a claim and stand up for your legal rights. You may have the right to recover financial damages in a wrongful termination claim against an employer who violated state law. Compensation may include punitive damages, equitable back pay, attorneys’ fees, and more.
Wrongful termination claims can be quite challenging to prove because Ohio is an “at-will” employment state. However, there is hope for employees who have been the victim of an employer’s illegal actions. The following information is intended to help you better understand your rights and options.
Is Ohio an At-Will State?
Employment in Ohio is considered to be on an “at-will basis.” This means an employer or employee may terminate the relationship:
- At any time (without having to give to notice)
- Without providing cause
- Without reason
Exceptions may apply in cases where a contract exists between you and your former employer. For instance, an employer cannot terminate an employee based on discriminatory reasons, such as race, gender, age, religion, or disability. Wrongful termination can also occur if an employee is fired for exercising their legal rights, such as whistleblowing. A lawyer can determine the scope of such a contract and determine your legal options.
What Is Considered Wrongful Termination in Ohio?
Despite Ohio’s “at-will employment” doctrine, employers must adhere to certain state standards. Your employer may be guilty of wrongful termination if they violated a federal or state employment law.
Illegal reasons for terminating an employee include:
- Firing someone based on gender, sexual orientation, race, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, religion, etc.
- Firing injured workers who file for medical compensation and other benefits.
- Firing employees who act in a “whistleblower” capacity.
- Firing an employee as retaliation against them for going on leave of absence for the birth of a child or for a family medical emergency.
A lawyer can assess the circumstances of your case to determine if you have cause to file suit.
Can I Sue My Boss for Treating Me Unfairly?
You may not recover damages in a wrongful termination claim based on an “unfair” or “unjust” firing. The dismissal must be considered illegal in order for you to pursue damages in a civil action.
For instance, you cannot sue your boss based on his or her having fired you because your salary allegedly was too high. While this could be considered an unfair cause for dismissal, it does not—in and of itself—represent a violation of the law. Ohio’s status as an “employment-at-will” state requires you to prove your employer violated a state employment law.
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“When I was wrongfully terminated by my previous employer there was not a question of who I needed to contact to get the help I needed. The team of Katherine Neff and Randy Freking was amazing and Katherine is a shark! Katherine was by my side to win an unemployment appeal, and in the end, I got exactly what I asked for and needed. I can not say enough about this firm but if you need help give them a call.”- Mike M.
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“This law office receives 5 stars from me. My legal counselor was Kelly Myers who was absolutely great. After three long years of battling my employer alone, I was referred to this office by an affiliate. They were a breath of fresh air and they were able to get my previous employer to the table. I highly recommend their office.”- Rosemary O.
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