California Employment Law

We fight for California workers — across every kind of workplace claim.

Benjamin Eghbali, Esq.Reviewed by Benjamin Eghbali, Esq.·

From a single severe harassment incident to a multi-year discrimination pattern, we've built our practice around the laws that protect California employees. Browse our practice areas below, or talk to us about your situation.

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Sexual Harassment

Quid pro quo, hostile work environment, retaliation.

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Workplace Discrimination

Race, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin.

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Race Discrimination

Slurs, unequal discipline, blocked promotions, CROWN Act violations.

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Workplace Sexual Assault

Criminal and civil tracks, employer liability, survivor-first process.

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Age Discrimination

Pushed out after 40, skewed layoffs, severance release rights.

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Gender Discrimination

Equal pay, identity and orientation, motherhood penalties.

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Religious Discrimination

Schedule and dress accommodations, harassment, forced practice.

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Disability Discrimination

Accommodations, interactive process, medical conditions.

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Whistleblower Retaliation

1102.5, Cal/OSHA reports, SOX, the 90-day presumption.

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Wrongful Termination

Fired for unlawful reasons or in violation of public policy.

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Hostile Work Environment

Severe or pervasive conduct that poisons your workplace.

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Workplace Retaliation

Punished for reporting illegal conduct or exercising rights.

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Workplace Harassment

Harassment based on a protected trait under FEHA.

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Wage & Hour

Unpaid wages, off-the-clock work, missed breaks, misclassification.

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Pregnancy Discrimination

PDL, CFRA, lactation accommodation, leave protection.

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How California protects workers

California gives employees broader protections than almost any other state. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA, Government Code section 12940 et seq.) goes further than federal Title VII on harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. The Labor Code sets the floor for wages, breaks, and reporting. Government Code section 12923 (SB 1300) recognizes that a single severe incident can support a hostile-environment claim. SB 497 created a 90-day rebuttable presumption that an adverse action within 90 days of a protected complaint was retaliatory.

"If you experienced something wrong at work, California law probably has a name for it — and a remedy."

What to expect when you call

The first call is a confidential conversation with a California employment lawyer. We'll ask what happened, when, who else was involved, and what evidence you already have. We'll tell you which laws may apply, what deadlines you're facing (FEHA, the Government Claims Act, statute of limitations), and what damages you may be entitled to recover. No fee. No obligation.

If we take your case, we work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we recover for you. Costs (filing fees, depositions, expert witnesses) are advanced by the firm and reimbursed only out of recovery.

Legal Disclaimer: This page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Employment law is complex and fact-specific. The information on this page reflects California law as of 2026 and may change. If you believe your rights have been violated, please consult a licensed California employment attorney to evaluate your specific situation.

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Not sure which practice area fits your situation?

Don't worry — most cases involve more than one. Tell us what happened and we'll figure out the right legal framework.