wrongful termination in violation of public policy

Definition of "wrongful termination in violation of public policy"
  1. An illegal dismissal of an employee due to actions that contradict societal norms, such as exercising a legal right, declining engagement in illegal activities, or revealing unlawful behavior
How to use "wrongful termination in violation of public policy" in a sentence
  1. He was considering filing a case for wrongful termination in violation of public policy after he was fired for reporting the company's tax evasion.
  2. After being let go for refusing to prepare false reports, she sought legal advice on wrongful termination in violation of public policy.
  3. Exercising his right to vote led to his dismissal, which he believes was a wrongful termination in violation of public policy.

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