California has a statute of limitations, which is a law that sets a time limit for filing a wrongful termination claim. Employees can seek legal remedy for wrongful termination.In order to do so, they must understand what wrongful termination is and how to file a claim. An employee who has been terminated illegally, in violation of state or federal laws, can file a wrongful termination lawsuit seeking compensation for damages. Proving a wrongful termination claim in California can be complex, requiring you to provide evidence that your employer broke state or federal laws. To pursue a wrongful dismissal claim, you must demonstrate that your employer terminated you in violation of California labor laws or public policy. As discussed below, employees may be able to file a wrongful termination complaint under either federal employment law or California state law. When someone files a discrimination complaint, CRD evaluates the facts and decides whether to accept the case for investigation. In California, wrongful termination occurs when your employer fires you or lays you off for unlawful reasons. Even if your boss claims there was no reason – or if they make up a reason – you can still win a wrongful termination lawsuit.