Phoenix Attorneys with Prior Success in Wrongful Termination Cases
Attorney Fred J. Pain Jr.'s history with major employment cases extends back to the early 1970s, when he won a sizeable jury trial award for a pharmacist accused of theft. The defendant was a large corporation. Much more recently, a jury verdict for our client, upheld on appeal, required Maricopa County to pay over $5 million for a wrongful termination.
We have the experience and knowledge to evaluate and pursue valid wrongful termination (sometimes called wrongful discharge) cases — however imposing and well-resourced the employer may be. We know Arizona employment laws, and we encourage you to contact us for a free consultation if you believe your recent discharge may have violated those laws, or your situation is complex and you would like an experienced lawyer's counsel to begin sorting out your options.
Complex Legal Issues Call for Informed, Seasoned Lawyers
What constitutes wrongful termination remains widely misunderstood in a time when every U.S. state relies primarily on the doctrine of "employment at will." Most people, in most occupations, have very few "guarantees" of continued employment, and showing cause for termination is not required. You may be successful in pursuing litigation, however, if you are a member of a protective class and have been victimized by employment discrimination, or under other complex circumstances such as:
- A firing that is in violation of the terms of your government employment or your employment contract with a private employer
- Retaliation against you for revealing employer activities that are illegal or counter to public policy — entitling you to protection as a "whistleblower"
Research, Case-Building and Trial Skills You Can Depend On
Succeeding in a wrongful termination suit typically requires your lawyer to perform substantial research, and it is common for the outcome to depend on depositions — and/or courtroom testimony — of those involved in the case or in position to observe essential facts. Whether the case ultimately settles or goes to court, the skills of a seasoned trial lawyer may be essential. We have those skills.
To request an honest, informed assessment of your potential wrongful termination case, please contact us at the Law Offices of Fred J. Pain Jr. and John Greg Pain. We will be glad to talk the situation over with you, patiently and respectfully, at no charge.
