Discharge Hearings

A Discharge Hearing is a hearing that results from an employee being wrongfully or unlawfully terminated.  An employee can be terminated for several reasons, but if the reason is not legally sound, it can result in a lawsuit.  Everyone has the right to ask why they have been terminated, but if there is not a legitimate reason for termination, then it is important to take responsibility for upholding your rights.  Speaking to a Minneapolis employment lawyer can help your situation.  You could be entitled to compensation, back pay, or a receiving your position back depending on the case.

Minnesota Dismissal and Wrongful Termination Attorneys

The attorneys at Tarshish Cody, PLC represent employees facing dismissal and discharge, whether they work for state, local or federal government, as well as private employers.  There are various circumstances in which you could be terminated, and without a legitimate reason.  Tarshish Cody, PLC takes on matters regarding:

• Wrongful dismissals under the Fair Work Act
• Discrimination and unlawful termination
• Redundancy dismissals
• Retaliation based dismissals

A discharge hearing is beneficial, as it gives the terminated employee a chance to voice their side of the situation.  The hearing usually takes place in front of a judge, and will be a dictated by standard protocol.  If it is determined that you have wrongfully dismissed, then your employer will be faced with specific consequences to remedy the issue at hand.

How Do Discharge Hearings Work?

No discharge hearing is the same.  Discharge hearings vary based on the situation, and the circumstances involved in the termination.  Some aspects that will be examined and considered in a wrongful discharge case include:

•   If there was a legitimate reason for dismissal
•   If the employee was made aware of the reason
•   If the employee was offered an opportunity to correct or respond to the allegations made by the employer
•  If the employer gave the employee an opportunity to discuss their termination
•   If there were written or verbal warnings given to the employee for inadequate performance prior to termination

Minnesota Labor Attorneys

Being terminated from your job can be a devastating situation financially.  Without a legitimate reason for termination, you may also be emotionally hurt and confused.  Receiving a legitimate reason for termination is only fair, so that you have the opportunity to correct the issue, and so you can know how to improve for the future.

If you have been wrongfully dismissed from your position, and believe your circumstances may be considered unlawful termination, then contact Tarshish Cody, PLC as soon as possible.  Tarshish Cody, PLC offers a confidential and free consultation to determine the validity of your case.   Contact Tarshish Cody, PLC today at (952)361-5556 (or fill out the free case evaluation form below).

Attorney Practicing In This Area

Kyle Kosieracki