An employee wishing to leave in good standing shall file a written resignation with the appointing authority in the form of a Resignation Notice or a letter. If your boss fires you for an illegal reason you should call an Employment Attorney to discuss a potential suit for wrongful termination.In this post, I discuss frequently asked questions about an employee or employer ending the employment relationship without notice or cause. In California, employees who voluntarily leave their employment may be eligible for unemployment benefits if they can prove they quit for a good cause. You may use the commission's Online Complaint Formopens in a new window, Printable Complaint Formopens in a new window, or write a letter to the commission.