While your employer can fire you for no reason, he cannot do that for an illegal reason as this constitutes wrongful termination.
Almost all American states, Wyoming included, use the employment at will principle. This means that an employee can be fired without a reason and without warning. At the same time, employees can decide to quit their job whenever they want. At first look, it may seem like there’s basically no job security in Wyoming and you’re at the mercy of your employer, but that is not so. There are various exceptions to the at-will rule and if your employer terminates you unlawfully, you can fight back and claim damages. If you think you were unfairly dismissed, it would be best to talk to an experienced Wyoming employment lawyer to see what legal options you have.
What is wrongful termination in Wyoming?
While your employer can fire you for no reason, he cannot do that for an illegal reason as this constitutes wrongful termination.
Most wrongful termination cases in Wyoming have to do with discrimination. Public and private employees in Wyoming are protected against discrimination under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Fair Employment Practices Act. The law prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, etc.
The anti-discrimination laws cover all stages of employment from the hiring procedure to firing.
If you believe you were fired because of a protected characteristic, contact a good employment lawyer...
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