Although Massachusetts is an at-will employment state, it is still possible for an employer to wrongfully terminate an employee. Even in at-will employment states, there are still some exceptions and protections that employees have under state and federal laws.
For example, an employer cannot terminate an employee for discriminatory reasons, such as race, gender, religion, age, or disability. Additionally, an employer cannot retaliate against an employee for engaging in protected activities, such as whistleblowing, filing a complaint about discrimination, or taking leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
If an employer terminates an employee for discriminatory or retaliatory reasons, the employee may have grounds for a wrongful termination claim. Employees in Massachusetts may also have legal claims for breach of contract, violation of public policy, or other legal theories.
There are many situations in which wrongful termination can occur. They include, but are not limited to:
You may be entitled to:
It is important to note that proving wrongful termination can be a complex legal process, and employees should consider consulting with an experienced employment law attorney to discuss their legal options. If you would like further information regarding wrongful termination in Massachusetts, or you have a specific legal issue involving wrongful termination, please call our office at (617) 921-8932 or email .