Were you let go — or were you wronged?
Losing a job is stressful enough without wondering whether it was even legal. Get a free, general read on your situation from our AI Wrongful Termination Analyzer, then talk to a licensed employment attorney if it looks worth pursuing — at no cost to find out.
This is general information
Termination.id gives free, plain-English employment information for U.S. employees and employers. It's not legal advice, we're not a law firm, and no attorney-client relationship is formed — but we can connect you with an independent, licensed employment attorney for a free case review.
- Discrimination & retaliation basics
- Final paycheck & severance guidance
- EEOC complaint process
- Compliant termination practices for employers
AI Wrongful Termination Analyzer
Describe what happened. We'll give you a general, educational first read on the kinds of issues that sometimes come up — not a legal determination.
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Read Signs Your Termination Might Have Been Illegal or request a free case review below — a member of our staff can follow up.
Call Now Free Case ReviewEmployee Rights After Termination
The most common questions people have after losing a job — and where to start.
Was it illegal?
Discrimination, retaliation, and breach of contract are the main categories that can turn a firing into a wrongful termination.
Read the guide →What am I owed?
Final paycheck timing, unused PTO, and severance eligibility all depend on your state and your employer's policy.
Read the guide →Should I negotiate severance?
Severance offers are often negotiable — and signing away your rights without reading the fine print can cost you.
Read the guide →How do I file a complaint?
The EEOC handles federal discrimination charges — and filing deadlines can be tight.
Read the guide →Severance Negotiation Calculator
A general starting-point estimate based on tenure — not a formula or guarantee.
At-Will vs. Wrongful Termination
Most U.S. employees work "at-will," meaning either side can end the relationship at almost any time, for almost any reason — but not for an illegal one. The line between a legal at-will firing and a wrongful termination usually comes down to the reason, not the outcome.
Key takeaway
Being fired is not automatically "wrongful." It becomes wrongful when the real reason involves discrimination, retaliation, or breaking a contract or clear policy promise.
Think your termination crossed a legal line?
A free case review costs nothing and takes a few minutes — a member of our staff can follow up about your situation.
Terminate compliantly. Reduce your legal exposure.
A poorly handled termination is one of the most common sources of employment litigation. These resources help HR teams and small-business owners build a defensible, humane offboarding process.
Compliant Termination Checklist
Documentation, final pay, benefits notices, and the questions to ask before you let someone go.
Read the guide →HR Software That Helps
Automate onboarding, offboarding, PTO tracking, and compliance documentation.
See recommended tools →Outplacement Support
Offering transition support can reduce claims and protect your employer brand.
See recommended services →AI Employment Rights Assistant
General information for employees and employers — not legal advice, never a case prediction.
Guides for Employees & Employers
Every guide is written in plain English and reviewed for accuracy.
Tools & Reading, Organized by What You Need
Curated picks for employees navigating a termination and employers building compliant HR processes.
For Employees: Know Your Rights
Employee rights reference guide
A plain-English reference on workplace rights, discrimination, and wage law.
Amazon →Salary & severance negotiation book
Practical scripts and tactics for negotiating pay and severance.
Amazon →Job search organizer & planner
Track applications, interviews, and follow-ups after a layoff.
Amazon →For Employers: HR Software & Compliance
BambooHR — HR software
Onboarding, offboarding, and compliance documentation in one place.
Learn more →HR compliance & employee handbook guide
A practical reference for building termination and offboarding policies.
Amazon →Find an Employment Attorney
Guidance on choosing the right attorney for your situation, by state.
Just Got Fired? Know Your Rights.
Our free guide covers what to do in the first 48 hours, your rights to final pay, how severance negotiation works, and the questions to ask an employment attorney.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. We provide general legal information and can connect you with independent, licensed attorneys. We don't practice law and no attorney-client relationship is created by using this site.
No. It provides a general, educational categorization based on common patterns in employment law. Only a licensed attorney reviewing your specific facts can tell you whether you have a claim.
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Yes. See our For Employers & HR section above for compliant termination guidance and HR software recommendations.