11+ years
Employment Law attorney
Shahane A. Martirosyan fights for your rights and ensures the best outcome. We handle all aspects of your case with dedication.
11+ years
Employment Law attorney
Shahane A. Martirosyan fights for your rights and ensures the best outcome. We handle all aspects of your case with dedication.
Wrongful termination is an unfortunately common issue in San Francisco, California, where both at-will employment and strong employee protections coexist. While California law generally allows employers to terminate employees at any time and for any reason, there are clear legal exceptions. Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired in violation of state or federal law, their employment contract, or public policy. Common examples in San Francisco include firing someone for discriminatory reasons—such as race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion—retaliating against whistleblowers, or letting go of an employee for taking protected leave under laws like the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or California Family Rights Act (CFRA). In a city known for its progressive values and diverse workforce, wrongful termination cases often arise in both small startups and large tech companies, where employers may misunderstand or disregard labor laws.
Victims of wrongful termination experience more than just job loss—they suffer real emotional and physical consequences. The unexpected loss of employment can lead to financial stress, making it difficult to pay for housing, food, healthcare, and other essentials. This financial instability often leads to anxiety, depression, insomnia, and other mental health issues. For many, particularly in high-cost areas like San Francisco, unemployment can quickly escalate into a crisis. Emotionally, the experience of being unjustly terminated can severely impact a person’s self-esteem, professional identity, and trust in the workplace.
Legal representation is crucial in these situations. Employment laws are complex and highly specific depending on the exact facts of each case. Without legal guidance, employees may not recognize that their termination was unlawful, or they may unknowingly forfeit their rights. A skilled employment attorney can evaluate the circumstances of the dismissal, gather evidence, and represent the employee’s interests in court or settlement negotiations. More importantly, an experienced lawyer can ensure that employers are held accountable and that victims can pursue fair compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and other damages. Having strong legal representation levels the playing field and gives wrongfully terminated employees a real chance at justice and recovery.
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