Legal Question in Employment Law in California
wrongful termination
What is the statute of limitations for
wrongful termination in California?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: wrongful termination
Wrongful termination is a generic term, referring to an illegal termination. However, there are numerous types of wrongful terminations, including breach of contract, retaliation, discrimination, etc. The Statute of Limitations depends upon the type(s) of claims that can be alleged based upon the facts. An employee who believes they have been wrongfully terminated should PROMPTLY contact an attorney to evaluate their rights and applicable statute of limitations dates.
Re: wrongful termination
It can be as short as six months, if against a governmental agency, or as long as four years for breach of a written contract, with many types of claims in between. It depends on the nature of the claim. In any case, prompt action is very important.