Experienced Wrongful Termination Attorneys Stand by You
Righting Wrongful Terminations For More Than 20 Years
Despite you putting in hours upon hours of loyal work, your employer wrongfully fired you. You might feel angry, overwhelmed and powerless in this situation, but when you work with Stark Law Group, LLC, you have determined, caring legal allies in your corner.
Our lawyers have spent more than 20 years handling all aspects of Pennsylvania employment law, including wrongful termination allegations. Having represented both employees and employers, we know what each side is looking for when it comes to investigating, documenting and handling a claim.
Understanding Wrongful Termination
- Based on their age, race, gender, nation of origin, religion or disability
- For reporting an employment law violation
- For reporting a safety violation
- For reporting sexual harassment
- For reporting workplace discrimination
- In breach of their contract
The most common remedy for wrongful termination is monetary compensation. Employers can sometimes avoid litigation by giving severance pay plus other damages, offering the employee’s position back or penalizing the supervisor responsible for the termination. In some cases, though, the best option for the fired employee is to pursue a wrongful termination lawsuit.
We Have Seen Both Sides Of The Issue
Before starting Stark Law Group, LLC, attorney Eric Stark was a defense lawyer for private employers. This means that when our team represents employees, we have invaluable inside knowledge about how to build a successful case. For employers, it means that we have years of experience in employment law defense.
Exceptional Wrongful Termination Lawyers in Lancaster, PA FAQs
What is considered a hostile work environment in Pennsylvania?
A hostile work environment may exist when an employee is subjected to severe or repeated harassment based on a protected characteristic or protected workplace activity. These claims are fact-specific and should be reviewed by an employment law attorney.
Is a bad boss the same as a hostile work environment?
Not always. A boss can be rude, unfair or difficult without creating an illegal hostile work environment. The conduct usually must be connected to a legally protected characteristic or protected activity and be serious enough to affect the workplace.
What should I do if HR ignores my harassment complaint?
If HR ignores your complaint or the harassment continues, keep records of your reports, the employer’s response and any additional incidents. An employment attorney can help you understand your options.
Can I be fired for reporting workplace harassment?
An employer generally cannot fire or punish an employee for reporting harassment or discrimination. If you were fired or disciplined after making a complaint, you may have a retaliation concern.
Should I quit if I am in a hostile work environment?
You should speak with an attorney before quitting if possible. Resigning may affect your legal options, and an attorney can help you understand the potential risks before you make that decision.
How long do I have to file a hostile work environment claim?
Deadlines can apply to employment discrimination and harassment claims. The timeline may depend on whether the claim is being handled under Pennsylvania law, federal law or both. Because deadlines can be short, it is important to speak with an attorney promptly.
Speak With A Wrongful Termination Attorney Today
No worker should have to endure the pain and stress of wrongful termination. When you are ready, contact us to uphold your rights. Seek our representation by using our online contact form or by calling our Lancaster office at 717-844-6350.