What Compensation Can You Recover for Wrongful Termination in California?

Compensation for Wrongful Termination in California

If you win a wrongful termination claim, you may be entitled to several types of damages:

1. Lost Wages and Benefits

Recover pay and benefits you lost due to the termination, including back pay and future lost earnings.

2. Emotional Distress

Compensation for mental anguish, stress, and emotional suffering caused by the firing.

3. Reinstatement

In some cases, you may be reinstated to your former position.

4. Attorney’s Fees and Costs

You may recover legal fees and costs associated with your claim.

5. Punitive Damages

In cases of egregious misconduct, courts may award punitive damages to punish the employer.

How Compensation Is Calculated

Damages depend on your salary, benefits, length of unemployment, and the severity of the employer’s conduct.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of compensation are available for wrongful termination?

You may recover lost wages and benefits, emotional distress, reinstatement, attorney’s fees and costs, and in rare cases, punitive damages.

Can I recover future lost wages?

Yes, you may be entitled to future lost earnings if you remain unemployed due to wrongful termination.

Are punitive damages common?

Punitive damages are rare and awarded only in cases of extreme employer misconduct.

How are damages calculated?

Damages depend on your salary, benefits, length of unemployment, and the severity of the employer’s conduct.

For help calculating your damages, contact us or call (888) 970-8627.