As previously stated, an employer may not discipline or terminate an employee on account of the employee's color, race, sex, religion, genetics, disability, national origin, or for being pregnant.
Wrongful Termination or Discharge in South Carolina\n\n Wrongful termination or wrongful discharge can be used as a “catch-all” label for a scenario where an employer discharges an employee but where the employee was protected in taking the actions that gave rise to the termination.