Add Comment Question: my wife and I work in the same department of big company. she has been promoted and now my boss. company does not allow one spouse to work for another so I am being terminated............Is this legal? Answer: Thank you for contacting our firm. Employers are generally allowed to terminate an employee without cause (i.e. for any reason, so long as it is not discriminatory) provided they give the employee their proper notice entitlements or pay in lieu thereof. If you were instead terminated for cause, that is a very serious act. The employer would need to be able to substantiate a termination for cause and that is a high bar for the employer to meet. We would require more information in order to properly advise you on your options and potential entitlements. If you would like a consultation, please contact us at the number below. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.