Wrongful Termination Settlement #4

Our client in Los Angeles County, California, was wrongfully terminated after returning from a legally protected medical leave of absence. Rather than welcoming her back to work as required by California law, her employer used her absence as a basis for termination – a direct violation of the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) and applicable state and federal employment protections.

Medical leave retaliation is one of the most damaging forms of workplace misconduct in California. Employees who take necessary time off to address serious health conditions deserve to return to their positions without fear of punishment or termination. When employers retaliate by firing workers upon their return from protected leave, they expose themselves to liability for lost wages, emotional distress, and the full range of damages available under California employment law.

Feher Law pursued the wrongful termination claim on behalf of our Los Angeles County client and secured a $450,000 settlement – compensating her for lost earnings, benefits, emotional distress, and the disruption to her career and livelihood caused by the illegal termination. If you were fired after returning from medical leave in Los Angeles or anywhere in California, Feher Law is ready to fight for your rights.