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Fired Illegally? We Fight for Your Career.
Texas is an "at-will" state, but that doesn't mean you have no rights. If you were fired in violation of the law, we help you fight back.
“At-Will" vs. Illegal Termination
One of the most common misconceptions is that an employer needs a “good reason” to fire you. In Texas, employment is generally “at-will,” meaning an employer can fire you for any reason—good, bad, or no reason at all—as long as it is not an illegal reason.
At Saffold Law, we specialize in identifying when the line has been crossed. Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires a worker in violation of federal or state anti-discrimination laws, employment contracts, or public policy.
When is a Termination Illegal?
You may have a valid wrongful termination claim if you were fired for any of the following reasons:
1. Discrimination
It is illegal to fire an employee based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40+), or disability. If the decision to terminate you was motivated by bias rather than performance, it is unlawful.
2. Retaliation (Whistleblowing)
Employers cannot punish you for engaging in legally protected activities. This includes:
- Reporting illegal activity or safety violations (Whistleblowing).
- Filing a claim for Workers’ Compensation.
- Taking leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
- Participating in an investigation regarding discrimination or harassment.
3. Breach of Contract
If you have a written employment contract that specifies a term of employment or limits the reasons for termination (e.g., “for cause” only), firing you in violation of those terms is a breach of contract.
4. Refusing to Commit an Illegal Act
Under the Sabine Pilot doctrine in Texas, it is illegal to fire an employee solely because they refused to perform a criminal act ordered by their employer.
What is "Constructive Discharge"?
Sometimes, an employer won’t fire you directly. Instead, they make your working conditions so intolerable—through harassment, demotion, or humiliation—that you are forced to quit.
Legally, this is known as Constructive Discharge. If you resigned because you felt you had no other choice due to a hostile environment, you may still preserve your right to sue for wrongful termination.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Being fired can be financially devastating. Our goal is to make you whole again. Depending on the specifics of your case, we may be able to recover:
- Back Pay: Wages and benefits you lost from the date of firing until the judgment.
- Front Pay: Projected future earnings if you cannot be reinstated.
- Compensatory Damages: For emotional distress, pain, and suffering.
- Punitive Damages: To punish the employer for particularly malicious conduct.
- Attorney’s Fees: Covering the cost of your legal representation.
How We Build Your Case
Proving wrongful termination requires strategy. Employers will almost always claim you were fired for “performance issues” or “budget cuts.”
Our approach involves:
Analyzing the Timeline
Demonstrating that the firing happened suspiciously close to a protected activity (like a complaint).
Comparative Evidence
Showing that other employees with similar performance issues were treated differently.
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Document Review
Scrutinizing performance reviews, emails, and company policies to find inconsistencies in their story.
Don't Let Them Get Away With It.
Your career is worth fighting for. If you suspect your termination was illegal, contact Saffold Law immediately. Deadlines to file claims can be very short.
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