This trust is legally reinforced in California through good faith and fair dealing covenants. Employees may have grounds for a wrongful termination claim when that trust is broken through unjust or deceptive termination. According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), approximately 42% of all discrimination charges filed with the agency are related to wrongful termination. These cases often center on whether the employer violated basic standards of fairness.
How Good Faith Relates to Wrongful Termination
Our Los Angeles employment lawyers handle many cases where clients were wrongfully dismissed despite years of dedication and performance. The covenant of good faith ensures that employers do not act in bad faith, such as firing someone to avoid paying commissions or benefits. Nationally, about 15% of wrongful termination lawsuits are based on a breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. A violation of this covenant could turn a termination into a legal matter. It’s essential to know employers cannot act unfairly or deceitfully to violate implied agreements, even in at-will employment states. In fact, California courts have recognized that the covenant of good faith applies to all employment contracts, even when an employee is employed at-will.
Building a Legal Argument Around Good Faith
Every case is unique. Some involve clear verbal assurances, while others rely on a pattern of behavior suggesting continued employment. Research shows that 1 in 5 workers in the U.S. feel they were wrongfully terminated in the past decade, with the majority of claims being centered around unfair treatment or retaliation. Tristan Crown has represented clients where these covenants were the deciding factor in achieving justice. We often look beyond the termination notice and examine the employer’s intent, actions, and history.
We can build strong legal arguments around broken promises, misused policies, or retaliatory terminations. Courts in California do recognize implied covenants of good faith in certain employment relationships. Our role is to prove how these were violated in your case.
How Our Legal Team Protects Your Rights
At Crown Law Group, PC, we examine whether your employer acted in good faith throughout your employment. We step in when we see patterns of deception, retaliation, or broken commitments. According to the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH), the state receives over 20,000 employment discrimination and wrongful termination claims each year, showing just how common these issues are. Our legal team investigates emails, contracts, and employment records to identify breaches of good faith.
With our legal team, you will not be left to face your employer alone. We ensure that every detail is brought to light. Crown Law Group, PC works to secure lost wages, emotional damages, and sometimes punitive damages if bad faith is established.
When to Pursue Legal Action
You should seek legal advice if your employer lets you go unfairly, especially if promises about your job security were made. Approximately 60% of wrongful termination cases are related to issues like retaliation, discrimination, and failure to honor contractual agreements. Good faith claims are complex and require specific legal knowledge. That’s where we come in. We help you determine if your case qualifies and guide you through the steps to pursue justice.
Whether dealing with a breach of contract, denial of earned benefits, or retaliatory dismissal, proving a lack of good faith can turn the tide in your favor. We gather the evidence and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Conclusion
If your employer disregarded the basic principle of fairness, you may have a strong case for wrongful termination based on a violation of good faith. Let our experience guide you through this legal challenge. The average settlement in wrongful termination cases can range from $5,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the severity of the case and damages involved. Schedule a free consultation at 310-734-0504. We’re here to protect your future.
