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A Step-by-Step Guide to Winning Your Wrongful Termination Lawsuit in Michigan

It is terrifying to be wrongfully terminated, but knowing your rights and what steps to take can help you win your case.

Step 1:

Know About Wrongful Termination
Laws in Michigan

Michigan has many laws that shield workers from being fired without a valid reason. Discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation is forbidden by Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. Discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on a disability is forbidden by Michigan’s Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act. The Michigan Whistleblowers’ Protection Act protects those who report illegal activities from retaliation. Understanding these laws and how they apply to your case is the first step toward building a strong legal case.

Step 2:

Collect Evidence

Success in any Michigan wrongful termination lawsuit depends on the quality of your evidence. Gather all documents related to your employment, such as emails, texts, employment contracts, performance reviews, or other documents related to your dismissal. Additionally, collect any evidence of discrimination or reprisals against other employees, like witness statements or documentation showing that others had been treated similarly. Remember: in any wrongful termination case, much of the evidence to prove the case will be in your former employer’s possession. You will be able to request that information in discovery in your lawsuit.

Step 3:

Talk To A Wrongful Termination
Attorney

Once you have a baseline understanding of Michigan law related to wrongful terminations and you’ve gathered your evidence, the next step is to talk to an attorney who specializes in Michigan employment law.Our highly skilled team at Astbury Legal, based in Bloomfield Hills, MI, is dedicated to fighting for various employee rights across different industries while ensuring justice prevails through winning their legal battles where necessary. Contact us today for a free consultation!

Step 4:

File Complaint

More often than not, the next step is to file a charge of discrimination with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights and/or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Your lawyer will be able to guide you through this process and ensure that all necessary documents are filed correctly and before the 300-day statute of limitations for filing a charge of discrimination in Michigan.

Step 5:

Settle Or Sue

After the charge of discrimination has been filed, there is often a chance for negotiation with your former employer. A full-blown lawsuit can take years before you get justice, so a discussion about early resolution, especially during the initial time period before you find another job, is often a welcome relief. However, if your former employer isn’t interested in early settlement, you want an attorney who is ready, willing, and able to take your case all the way through trial. The attorneys at Astbury Legal have tried over 50 cases, including more than 20 jury trials. If your former employer wants to take the case to trial, we’ll ensure you’re fully prepared to win.

Conclusion

Winning your wrongful termination case depends on superior strategy, quality evidence, and knowledge of Michigan’s employment laws. By knowing your rights, gathering proof, consulting with attorneys who specialize in labor laws as well as following legal procedures step by step; it is possible to increase your chances of winning such claims. At Astbury Legal, we fight alongside our clients until justice prevails. If you feel like you’ve been unfairly dismissed from work anywhere within Michigan state, do not hesitate to contact us at (313) 701-2448 or warren@astburylegal.com so that together, we can maximize the chances of success in your wrongful termination case!