An employee may file a complaint with the New York Workers' Compensation Board. The complaint must be filed within 2 years of the retaliatory action.If an employee can prove that their termination was in retaliation for engaging in a protected activity, it may be considered wrongful. My employer fired me for an unfair reason, or for no reason at all. You should not go to small claims court. Wrongful termination happens when your employer fires you for an illegal reason. Learn what qualifies as wrongful discharge and the actions you can take. An employee who has been terminated illegally, in violation of state or federal laws, can file a wrongful termination lawsuit seeking compensation for damages. Fill out an online evaluation form to get started or call our New York wrongful termination attorneys at (855) 465-4622. If you believe you've experienced wrongful termination, consider filing a claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).