What Is Constructive Discharge and How Is It Proven in Court?
Constructive discharge occurs when working conditions become so difficult or hostile that a reasonable employee feels forced to resign. Even though the employee technically quits, the law may treat the resignation as a termination. In Fairfield County and across Connecticut, proving constructive discharge requires showing that the employer created or allowed intolerable...
What Is Wrongful Termination in Connecticut?
Losing your job can be difficult under any circumstances. But when a termination feels unfair or retaliatory, it’s natural to wonder if your rights were violated. In Connecticut, most employees work “at will,” which means an employer can terminate someone's employment for almost any reason—or no reason at all. However, there are...
Understanding Wrongful Termination
Most employment relationships in Connecticut are subject to “at-will” employment laws, meaning an employer can terminate an employee at any time, with or without cause. However, an employer who fires someone for discriminatory or illegal reasons may be liable for wrongful termination.
Given that employers have the upper hand...