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Sterling Employment Law
248-633-8916
  • Home
  • Attorneys
    • Brian J. Farrar
    • Edmund S. Aronowitz
    • James C. Baker
    • Katherine F. Cser
    • Jyarland Q. Daniels
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    • Raymond J. Sterling
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  7. What Is Wrongful Termination

What Is Wrongful Termination In Detroit?

Wrongful termination happens when an employer ends someone’s job for illegal reasons. In Detroit, workers may suspect something was wrong if they are fired after standing up for their rights, reporting misconduct or following the terms of their employment contracts. When a termination is unlawful, working with an attorney is critical. Employment law is complex, and without skilled representation, your rights under federal laws and Michigan law can be missed.

At Sterling Employment Law, we stand with employees throughout Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and the greater Detroit area. We are skilled, experienced and empathetic lawyers who have focused on employment law cases for decades. From straightforward claims to highly complex disputes, we handle each matter with care and determination. Our firm has built its practice to represent workers, not corporations, and we understand how deeply job loss can affect a family.

Helping Detroit Workers Navigate The Legal Process

Not every termination is illegal, but many are. A wrongful termination claim may arise when an employer breaches an employment contract, disregards public policy or retaliates against an employee for exercising a protected right.

Even under at-will employment, employers cannot fire workers for discriminatory reasons or for exercising their legal rights under federal laws. Sudden terminations that are tied to strong performance reviews or protected complaints can raise serious legal concerns.

Building a wrongful termination employment law case takes time and effort. Discovery involves gathering documents, emails and performance reviews, as well as reviewing company policies and employment contracts.

Investigations may uncover patterns of unfair treatment or violations of public policy. This process can be demanding, which is why having an experienced employment lawyer matters. We work to pursue compensation such as back pay and, in some cases, punitive damages when employer misconduct is especially harmful.

Workers in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, trust us because we know employment law inside and out and remain committed to strong, ethical representation.

Talk To An Experienced Detroit Wrongful Termination Lawyer Today

If you believe your termination was unlawful, Sterling Employment Law understands wrongful termination claims in Detroit and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. We are ready to review your situation and fight for your rights. Call 248-633-8916 to connect with a trusted attorney who is focused on protecting workers.

Practice Areas

  • Employment Law For Employees
    • Class Actions For Employees
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    • Harassment In The Workplace
      • Sexual Harassment
    • Health Care Provider Employment Disputes
      • Hospital Employees
    • Sales Employees & Independent Sales Representatives
      • Nonpayment Of Commissions
      • Performance Improvement Plans (PIP)
      • Territory Realignments
    • University Employees
    • Tax Fraud
  • Discrimination & Wrongful Discharge
    • Age Discrimination
    • Race Discrimination
    • National Origin & Religious Discrimination
    • Sex/Gender Discrimination
    • Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation
    • What Is Wrongful Termination
    • Glass Ceiling/Failure To Promote
    • Hostile Work Environment
    • Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
    • Whistleblower Protection & Retaliation Claims
      • Sarbanes-Oxley Act
    • Pretermination Counseling
  • Executive & C-Level Legal Services
    • Change In Control (CIC) Agreements
    • Executive Representation
    • Employment Contract Negotiation
    • Noncompete Agreements
    • Severance Agreements
    • Severance Agreements For Employees
  • Employment Law For Employers
    • Business Litigation
    • Preventing Employment Litigation
    • Handbooks And Leave Policies
    • Responses To Leave Requests
    • Internships And Summer Hires
    • Employer Wage And Hour Disputes

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Sterling Employment Law

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33 Bloomfield Hills Parkway
Suite 250
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

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