Employment lawyers for workers in Los Angeles
Fired, unpaid, or harassed at work? You have rights.
We represent employees, not employers. Tell us what happened and a lawyer will tell you, for free, whether the law is on your side.
You can't be fired for complaining, taking leave, or for who you are.
Every hour you work has to be paid, overtime included.
Talking to a lawyer is free and confidential.
If any of these sound familiar, it may be illegal.
A lot of people who were treated this way aren't sure they have a case. The law has a section for each of these.
Fired after you reported harassment
You spoke up to HR or a manager, and within weeks your hours, reviews, or job disappeared.
Overtime that never shows up on a paycheck
Over 8 hours a day or 40 a week, off-the-clock prep, or skipped meal breaks with no premium pay.
Treated differently because of who you are
Passed over, demoted, or let go because of race, age, gender, pregnancy, disability, religion, or orientation.
Punished for reporting something unsafe or illegal
You flagged a safety hazard, fraud, or a wage violation, and suddenly you were the problem.
Denied medical or family leave
Refused time off for your own illness, a new baby, or a sick parent, or let go after you came back.
Called a contractor, treated like an employee
They set your schedule and your tools, but you get a 1099, no overtime, and no benefits.
Not sure where yours fits? Most people aren't. and a lawyer will sort out the legal part.
How a case moves
You've already dealt with enough. Ask us to take the paperwork, the deadlines and the employer's lawyers off your plate.
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Free, confidential review
Tell us what happened by phone or online, and a lawyer reads it.
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The facts get checked
Pay records, messages and witness accounts, so you hear honestly what the case looks like.
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We deal with the employer
Their lawyers and the deadlines go through us. Some cases settle, some go further.
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You make the call
Every offer and option explained in plain language. The decision is yours.
Cases we handle
Employment cases only, and only for workers.
Wrongful termination
Fired for an illegal reason, even in an at-will job.
Unpaid wages and overtime
Overtime, minimum wage, final pay, and missed breaks.
Discrimination
Race, age, gender, pregnancy, disability, and more.
Sexual harassment
Unwanted conduct, hostile workplaces, and quid pro quo.
Retaliation and whistleblowers
Protection for workers who speak up.
Family and medical leave
CFRA, FMLA, and pregnancy disability leave.
Disability accommodation
Reasonable accommodations and the interactive process.
Misclassification
Contractors and "exempt" staff owed overtime and benefits.
Money that should already be yours
California law lets workers claim more than a final paycheck. What applies depends on your situation, and your review tells you which.
- Lost pay
- Wages and benefits you lost after an illegal firing, and income you are likely to lose while you look for work.
- Unpaid hours
- Overtime, minimum wage and missed break premiums, often with interest and penalties on top.
- Harm to you
- Emotional distress from harassment, discrimination or retaliation can be part of the claim.
- Legal fees
- Many California employment laws make the employer pay a winning worker's attorney fees and costs.
General information, not a promise of any result. Every case is different.
A lawyer for workers, talking to you in plain words, telling you the truth about your case even when it isn't what you hoped to hear.
Nothing goes to your employer
What you tell us stays private. You decide whether to move forward.
Ask anything before you decide
Fees, timing, what happens next. Ask on the first call.
Questions California workers ask
General information about California employment law, not legal advice for your situation.
Still not sure?
A short call is free, confidential, and doesn't commit you to anything.
(213) 555-0148California is an at-will state. Can I still have a case?
Yes. At-will means you can be let go for no reason, but not for an illegal one. Firing someone because of discrimination, because they complained, took protected leave, or reported a violation is still against the law.
How long do I have to file?
It depends on the claim. Many discrimination and retaliation claims must be filed with the California Civil Rights Department within three years, and wage claims generally have three to four years. Some complaints have windows as short as one year, so talk to a lawyer as soon as you can.
Can I be fired for complaining about my pay or safety?
No. California law protects workers who raise wage, safety, or legal concerns internally or to a government agency. If your treatment changed after you spoke up, that timing matters: write down the dates.
Is the case review really free?
Yes. The case review is free and confidential. Ask about fees on the call, before you commit to anything.
Do I need documents before I call?
No. Bring what you have, like pay stubs, texts, emails or a termination letter, but don't take confidential company files. Many records can be requested from the employer later.
I signed an arbitration agreement. Is that the end of it?
Usually not. Arbitration changes where a case is heard, not whether you have one, and some agreements aren't enforceable. Send it with your review and ask what it means for you.
Your job ended. Your rights didn't.
California deadlines can be shorter than you think. The review is free and confidential.