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Question: I got fired at a private school for sending the parents an e-mail that was riddled with grammar errors. To be honest, I did write it in a hurry and I didn't proofread it. There is nothing offensive. I did nothing offensive during my time at the school. But that e-mail did spark fury with the parents who thought I'm not good enough to teach their children despite my credentials. I feel the principal didn't support me and fired me on the spot. My friends suggested that I should seek a lawyer to sue the school, but I have my doubts. Should I seek a lawyer for this?

Answer: For information on work place matters and how laws can apply to them, please visit the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website. Unfortunately, evaluating whether you have a valid claim for wrongful termination is beyond the scope of the services this organization can offer. To determine how the law applies to your specific situation, you may consider consulting an attorney.