Wrongful Termination Is Unlawful in New Jersey. Wrongful termination is a term that generally refers to a person being fired illegally.Whether you have been sexually harassed at work, denied a job opportunity because of your race, or wrongfully terminated, we can help. We had a wrongful termination issue combined with a denial of unemployment insurance. Call today for a free case evaluation if you believe your termination was unlawful. Wrongfully Terminated And Have Questions? There are several types of retaliation in the workplace. Lawful source of income (in housing only); Retaliation for opposing unlawful discriminatory practices. Wrongful termination happens when your employer fires you for an illegal reason. Wrongful termination claims result in several different harms to an employee, including economic loss.