Many employers take advantage of their workers through acts like withholding pay, wrongful termination, or sexual harassment. Unfortunately, many employees don’t know their rights or are scared of retaliation if they speak up.
If your employer has violated your labor rights, then you should speak to an employment lawyer serving Torrance from Moon Law Group. We can hold your employer accountable for labor violations and help you pursue compensation for any of your financial losses.
Our firm has been a reliable legal name in Southern California for over 18 years. Call us today to schedule a free case review with a Torrance employment lawyer.
How Moon Law Group Can Help
Every year, thousands of employees have their rights violated by their employers. Many of them may not realize that there are legal avenues to remedy unfair treatment from their employer.
With over 40 dedicated legal professionals on our team, we can help you navigate the process of filing an employment lawsuit. More specifically, our firm can:
- Provide general legal advice and guidance
- Identify violations of labor law
- Gather evidence of employer violations
- Obtain work incident reports and eyewitness statements
- Send demand letters and file complaints
- Represent you in civil litigation
Our attorneys have an exclusive focus on employment law and can use their experience to promote your rights and interests. Give us a call today to learn more about how we can help you.
For a free legal consultation with an employment lawyer serving Torrance, call 213-232-3128
Employment Cases We Can Litigate in Torrance
Employment cases we handle in Torrance include the following:
- Torrance wage and hour violations lawyer. Employers must pay employees for any normal and overtime hours worked. If your employer has withheld your pay or illegally recorded your hours, we can step in to secure what you’re owed.
- Torrance sexual harassment lawyer. Employees have a right to be treated with respect at work. If a colleague or supervisor has sexually harassed you, we can sue your employer for creating a hostile work environment.
- Torrance whistleblower lawyer. California has strong protections for employees who report illegal conduct from their employers. We can help you assert your rights and protect your employment if your employer attempts to retaliate against you.
- Torrance wrongful termination lawyer. California is a right-to-work state, but employers cannot fire employees for illegal reasons. We can help you challenge a wrongful termination if you’ve been fired for an illegal reason.
- Torrance workplace retaliation lawyer. Employers might retaliate against workers who use legitimate benefits like workers’ comp or report labor violations. We can hold employers accountable if they’ve engaged in retaliatory action against you.
- Torrance class action lawsuit lawyer. Our firm also has experience managing class action lawsuits against large employers that involve complaints from multiple employees.
If you are unsure of whether you have a claim on your hands, you can talk to a knowledgeable team member in a free consultation.
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Important California Labor Laws You Should Know
Employers that violate labor laws are counting on workers not knowing their rights and legal options. To that end, there are several basic employment laws that all workers should know so that they can recognize unfair labor practices:
Wages and Overtime Laws
California employers must pay at least the minimum wage and pay employees on time according to pay schedules. They must also keep records of hours worked and any deductions made. If an employee works more than 40 hours per week or more than eight hours a day, employers must pay overtime wages for the additional hours.
Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)
FEHA is a state law that prohibits discrimination in employment matters based on the following:
- Race
- Religion
- National origin or ancestry
- Marital status
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
- Pregnancy or medical conditions
- Age
- Military/veteran status
FEHA protections apply to all aspects of employment, including hiring, firing, wages, work accommodations, promotions, and job duties. FEHA applies to any employer with more than five workers.
Whistleblower Protections
Whistleblowers are individual employees who report labor violations from their employers. Employers are forbidden from retaliating against employees who report labor violations through means like firing, reducing pay, or removing job duties. They also cannot institute workplace rules that discourage reporting violations.
Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Time Off
Eligible employees are entitled to receive up to 40 hours (five days) of paid sick leave per year. Under the California Family Rights Act, eligible employees are also entitled to take up to 12 weeks of protected job leave for family or medical issues.
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Compensation You Can Recover in an Employment Lawsuit
The exact compensation you can recover in a lawsuit depends on the losses you suffered and the specific California labor law your employer violated. Depending on the circumstances, a Torrance employment lawyer can recover money for:
- Back pay for any withheld or unpaid wages
- Front pay for loss of income and loss of future employment opportunities
- Illegally withheld benefits (e.g., PTO, sick time, etc.)
- Emotional distress caused by the misconduct
- Your attorney fees and other legal costs
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Moon Law Group: Torrance Employment Lawyers
You deserve to have a fair workplace and an employer that follows labor law. At Moon Law Group, we can be your advocate and fight back against unjust treatment. Contact our offices online or call us today to speak to a Torrance employment lawyer.
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