ONLY substantial and admissible evidence of illegal motivation for a discharge. A mere suspicion or hearsay never justify a suit.
The plaintiff has the burden of proof throughout the process.
Yes
If you do something wrong, be prepared to be named in a lawsuit.
A wrongful termination lawsuit typically involves an employee alleging that their employment was terminated illegally or in violation of state or federal laws. This could include claims of discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, or violation of public policy. The employee may seek damages such as lost wages, reinstatement, and compensation for emotional distress.
You theoretically can but you probably won't. Punitive damages are rare and require an extreme situation.
I suggest going to Employment Law Group http://www.employmentlawgroup.net
A wrongful death lawsuit is considered a civil matter, not a criminal matter.
Any formulas or guidelines that exist can still be changed or overcome by the judge or jury in the case. Each lawsuit is individual and the wrongs done can be different in intensity as well.
Well it sucks but there is only one "at cause state" and is Montana. Every other state in this country is an "at will state", meaning that an employer/employee have the will to work policy, at any given time they can terminate with/without a reason, although they don't have to have a reason file unemployement and see what reason they give them and from there an investigation will be done, but if you feel you have been discriminated against then you file a complaint with the EEOC, then file a lawsuit against employer. The only way to prove wrongful termination is discrimanation.
Wrongful termination
At this time, there is no statue dedicated to NJ civil service wrongful termination. I may have seen a painting or two with this theme.
To sue a company for wrongful termination, first, gather evidence supporting your claim, such as employment records, emails, and witness statements. Next, consult with an employment attorney to assess the validity of your case and understand the laws in your jurisdiction. You may need to file a complaint with a relevant government agency, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), before pursuing a lawsuit. If the agency does not resolve the issue satisfactorily, your attorney can help you file a lawsuit in the appropriate court.
There is no limit on the amount you can get for a wrongful termination claim if you win. The company will more than likely want to settle out of court to avoid bad publicity for the company.