Losing your job unlawfully can cause financial stress and give rise to a valid legal claim. At Mansour Law, LLC, our employment lawyers examine your termination, identify legal violations, and pursue every available remedy for wrongful termination, retaliation, discrimination, or contract violations.
Legal Counseling and Evaluation
The first step in a wrongful termination case is a clear fact evaluation. Our attorneys review contracts, handbooks, performance reviews, and termination paperwork to see if your firing broke federal law, Pennsylvania law, or any agreement with your employer.
Investigating Claims
A strong claim needs proof showing what truly happened, not just what appears in the exit paperwork. Important evidence includes the following:
- Email and text message communications.
- Internal human resources files
- Witness statements from coworkers
- Payroll and timekeeping records
- Performance evaluations and disciplinary history
- Company policies and procedures
Building a solid evidence record is vital, as employers may claim business reasons for terminations. Our lawyers dig deeper to reveal the real reason behind your firing.
Filing Agency Claims
Many wrongful termination claims must first be filed with an administrative agency such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC). Strict filing deadlines apply and missing them can permanently prevent you from bringing a lawsuit, making prompt legal guidance essential.
Negotiating Severance and Settlements
Most wrongful termination cases are settled before court. Your negotiation position depends on your lawyer’s skill. Discussion topics include:
- Back pay and lost benefits.
- Front pay for future earnings
- Severance packages
- Neutral or positive job references
- Removal of negative information from personnel files
- Non-disparagement and confidentiality terms
- Emotional distress damages
A well-negotiated settlement offers financial security and career freedom. It is crucial to get the terms right, as signing a release usually prevents you from making future claims regarding the same job.
Trial Preparedness and Litigation
If the settlement fails, your case must be ready for federal or state court. Preparation includes:
- Drafting the complaint
- Conducting depositions of key witnesses
- Retaining expert witnesses on damages
- Responding to dispositive motions
- Preparing exhibits and trial testimony
- Jury selection strategy
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act at 42 USC 2000e-2 bars employers from firing workers for race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It is the basis for many lawsuits in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
Contact Our Trusted Philadelphia Employment Law Attorney Now
Act now; employment case deadlines arrive fast, and your former employer may already have legal counsel. Call Mansour Law, LLC, immediately at 610-321-3538 or contact us online to secure your free consultation with a dedicated Philadelphia employment law attorney who will fight for your workplace rights and maximum compensation.
