If you have been fired from your job — and depending on the state you work in — you may be the victim of an unlawful termination. This means your firing might have been in direct conflict with your employment contract or a number of other implied verbal or written agreements regarding your employee status. If you’re a resident of Middletown, NY, or the surrounding areas, MacVean, Lewis, Sherwin & McDermott, P.C. will help you fight back against unlawful termination and get you the compensation or severance you deserve. Their team consists of experts in corporate and employment law, and they will study your case to determine if you have grounds for a legal claim against your former employer.

Even if you are not sure you have been terminated for unlawful reasons, there are a few things you can do to help find out if your case is valid.

Ask Questions

Even after you have been terminated, you have the right to contact your former employer and ask why you were fired. Your former boss or human relations director should be able to give you a cause for your firing. It’s possible that the reason they give is illegal in your state or for your particular employment situation, and it could be grounds for an unlawful termination suit.

Request Your Personnel File

If you believe you are the victim of unlawful termination, it is important to have evidence on your side that can vouch for your work history. Having your personnel file can help back up your side of the story if you feel you were fired without cause or if the reason contradicts notes made by your employer in your file.

Speak With Your Old Coworkers

It never hurts to have testimonials backing up your claim that you were unjustly fired. One way to fight back against your former employer is by getting in contact with old coworkers who can corroborate your version of events. The more proof you have on your side, the better.

If you believe you have grounds for an unlawful termination suit, let MacVean, Lewis, Sherwin & McDermott, P.C. help you. They have more than 130 years of experience handling employment law, corporate law, and commercial litigation. Their knowledgeable staff of attorneys are dedicated to helping you get the settlement or verdict you deserve for your mistreatment.

Contact MacVean, Lewis, Sherwin & McDermott, P.C. today to discuss your case. Receive a free quote by calling (845) 343-3000, or visit them online to see how they can help. You can also find the law firm on Facebook.