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In some cases, you may have no other recourse but to file a lawsuit. Certain instances in which legal action may be necessary include:
- Your employer fired you without cause.
- You are subjected to sexual harassment from fellow employees.
- You were misclassified as an independent contractor.
- Your employer denies you leave under the California Family Rights Act (CFRA).
At your free initial consult, we will discuss the individual details of your case and what we can do to make things fair.
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Experience Is What Sets Us Apart
Under California and federal law, employees have rights on the job. We make sure employers don’t violate them.
Attorney Jay Rothman has 51 years of litigation experience protecting the rights of workers who have suffered discrimination, harassment, illegal termination, and wage and hour violations in the workplace. Under Mr. Rothman’s direction, our firm has actively litigated many thousands of cases to successful conclusion.
Have Your Employee Rights Been Violated?
No Employment Law Case Is Beyond Our Capabilities
Employment discrimination
Including race, age, sex and all other forms of discrimination illegal under the American Civil Rights Act.
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that harassment on the job is a form of illegal discrimination. Don’t put up with it.
Wage and hour disputes
Under state and federal law, employers are required to follow strict regulations regarding wages, overtime pay and proper classification as salaried or hourly compensation. If you have been cheated out of compensation you are owed, we are ready to help.
California is a free-will employment state. That does not mean your employer has the right to fire you or retaliate against you for reasons that violate your civil rights.
“When you report to work every day, you don’t give up your civil rights. We make sure your employer honors your workplace rights in an environment free from discrimination.”
— Attorney Jay Rothman
Why Should You Hire Our Employment Lawyer?
Have you suffered from discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, or wage disputes at work? At Jay S. Rothman & Associates, our Los Angeles employment attorneys can handle all such cases and more. We have over five decades of experience in litigation for protecting the rights of workers who suffered employee-related issues. Allow us to guide you through each step of the legal process to help put an end to your suffering and to hold the perpetrators accountable for their actions.
Our employer lawyer can do a comprehensive case evaluation to guide you on your best legal options. We stay updated on the latest developments in employment law and are well-versed in the local, state, and federal regulations that apply to disputes at the workplace.
Each case gets personalized attention, so we take our time to understand your specific circumstances and concerns and provide legal guidance and representation accordingly.
When you hire our employment lawyer, we can handle all the legal aspects of your case, including completing all the paperwork, which can often be laborious and results in extra burden on the victims, who are already suffering from the mental distress and trauma of being unfairly treated by their employer.
How to Choose the Right Employment Law Firm
While it is important to have legal assistance for an employment-related dispute, it is equally important to hire the right employment and labor attorneys. It is a good starting point to hire a law firm or attorney that has a track of success that goes back many years. Tier reputation provides you an indicator of their professionalism, legal enterprise, specialization, and their ability to get a favorable outcome in lawsuits. Check their credentials and professional affiliations to determine if that is relevant to your case.
You also need an attorney who is accessible, so you don’t have to chase after them. Some successful attorneys often take on more clients than they can handle and have their paralegals and other lawyers manage the workload. You need to be clear about who will be responsible for your case and have a clear plan for communication. It is also best to be transparent in the legal fee structure of the lawyer, as there are different payment models.
The Types of Employment Cases We Handle as a Los Angeles Employment Lawyer
At Jay S. Rothman & Associates, we handle a wide range of employment-related cases, ranging from unethical treatment from coworkers to wrongful termination from employers. If you believe you were a victim of discrimination or were treated unfairly in your workplace, you are welcome to get in touch with us. Here is an overview of some of the most common employment cases that we handle at Jay S. Rothman & Associates.
Wrongful Termination
We understand that businesses have changing needs and they have the right to terminate employment contracts as per requirements of the business. In some cases, the poor performance or illegal actions of an employee result in employment termination. However, employers are not allowed to fire employees based on discrimination or other illegal reasons for terminating an employment contract.
Unfortunately, managers sometimes resort to finding loopholes to get rid of an employee and make it look legitimate. However, if they can’t justify the reason for termination, then it could be considered a case of wrongful termination, which is against the law.
Harassment
Harassment refers to inappropriate behavior or actions toward a specific individual. At the workplace, harassment could be any activity that makes someone feel uncomfortable or unwanted. Common examples of workplace harassment include bullying, hostility, sexual harassment, verbal harassment, and cyber harassment. We have seen harassment cases that involve supervisors, peers, subordinates, or even third parties, such as clients.
Employment Discrimination
An employer in California is not allowed to discriminate against employees based on gender, religion, origin, disability, or other aspects that are not related to their work. A Los Angeles employment lawyer will tell you that discrimination can include anything from unequal pay, exclusion from coworkers, failure to grant the same benefits as other employees, or other forms of favoritism.
Wage and Hour Disputes
It is a legal requirement for an employee to receive compensation for their work. This may include overtime pay, bonuses, meals, rest breaks, or any type of compensation that is part of their employment contract. In some cases, employers resort to misclassification of employees to reduce their obligations, such as employee benefits and workers’ compensation insurance. If an employer does not fulfill this obligation, their employees can file a lawsuit against them.
Retaliation
One of the primary reasons why some employees do not speak up against their employers or take legal action is fear of retaliation at the workplace. The employees fear being fired or given unfair treatment if they stand up for their rights by confronting the employer or taking legal action.
The law protects employees from engaging in protected activities, such as asserting their legal rights under employment laws, reporting illegal conduct or actions, and filing a complaint with a regulatory agency. It also protects employees who are participating in an investigation by law enforcement agencies at the workplace.
Whistleblower Protection
A whistleblower plays a key role in maintaining workplace integrity. Unfortunately, whistleblowers are often targeted by the employer, in the form of retaliation. The most common signs of retaliation include sudden changes in treatment or attitude, altered job responsibilities, discipline auctions, or unexplained denial of opportunities or performance evaluations.
There are several laws in the state of California that protect whistleblowers from retaliation for reporting fraud, violation of law, abuse, and threats to public safety. If you experienced backlash for whistleblowing, you may have legal recourse in terms of reinstatement if you were wrongfully terminated, back pay if you did not get proper wages, or an injunction relief to stop ongoing retaliation.
At Jay S. Rothman & Associates, we have successfully represented victims of wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and other employment-related disputes. You can get in touch with us to learn more about your legal options to seek justice.
Los Angeles Employment Laws
There are several laws in Los Angeles, CA, that protect the rights of workers and ensure labor standards are maintained throughout the state. Our Los Angeles employment lawyers are well versed in all of these. The laws also help provide guidelines to employers so they can understand what is required of them.
The California Labor Code establishes the standards and requirements for various aspects related to employee rights. The city of Los Angeles has its own minimum wage ordinance. The minimum wage is adjusted each year based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The minimum wage rate in Los Angeles, effective July 1, 2024, is $17.28 per hour. The Labor Code also specifies other employment standards, including overtime pay, equal pay, meal and rest breaks, and more.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibits harassment, retaliation, or discrimination at the workplace. The FEHA laws apply to any business that has five or more employees. This act allows employees to speak up against unfair treatment at work without the fear of retaliation at work, such as wrongful termination or harassment. FEHA applies to all forms of business practices including the hiring process.
There is also the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which provides employees with the right to take leave for qualifying medical or family reasons, without having to worry about retaliation at work. The FMLA law applies to all state, federal, and local government employees and to private employees who work at a company that has at least 50 or more employees and offers up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave a year for specific reasons.
There are several other laws that apply to employment law matters in California, including the California Wage Theft Prevention Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), and the California Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act.
If you need to determine if any of these laws apply to your case, you can get in touch with us at Jay S. Rothman & Associates. These laws are meant to protect your rights, but you can only do that if you take the initiative.
Schedule Consultation with an Experienced Employment lawyer at Jay S. Rothman & Associates
Being a victim of discrimination, unfair treatment, or harassment at work can be traumatic. In some cases, such treatment or incidents can leave victims depressed and anxious. Allow us to help you fight for your rights. Los Angeles has several employment laws that offer you protection from employers, but you need the assistance of an experienced attorney to understand and exercise your rights.
To consult with an experienced employment lawyer, we invite you to contact us at Jay S. Rothman & Associates. We have the skills, experience, and resources to help you in all legal aspects of your case. As we handle all types of employment-related cases, our team is well-versed in local, state, and federal employment laws, and can use our legal expertise to get you a favorable outcome through an out-of-court settlement or through litigation in court. Contact us to schedule a consultation with one of our Los Angeles employment lawyers. We look forward to hearing from you.