Answer:  The first step is to determine if the termination was against the law.

New Hampshire is an “employment at will” state which means that without an employment contract you can be terminated at any time for any reason with our without notice.  However, you cannot be terminated in violation of the law on the basis of a protected class, like age, race, religion, gender, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or marital status or for doing something the public would applaud or refusing to do something the public would condemn. You can't be treated differently, harassed, punished or terminated for these reasons or for taking advantage of your rights under workers compensation, family medical leave act or a host of other state and/or federal laws. Employers also must follow their own policies and guidelines for termination if they have binding written policies in place.

Before accepting a case, we will ask you a series of questions to determine if your termination is illegal and therefore whether you may be entitled to reinstatement or compensation for your damages.

Call Rice Law Office for a free initial telephone consultation at (603) 528-5299.