California Employment Law Attorney

If your employer has treated you unfairly, you do not have to accept it. California law gives employees powerful protections against discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage violations, wrongful termination, and other unlawful workplace practices. At KJT Law Group, our California employment law attorneys will listen to your story, explain your options, and fight to protect your rights every step of the way. 

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A Team That Fights for California Workers and Wins

When your career, income, and future are at stake, you deserve a law firm that will take your case seriously. At KJT Law Group, we provide personalized representation backed by a proven record of success for California employees.

Proven Results for Workers

Our attorneys have recovered significant results for employees across California, including:

• $6.9 million for nearly 10,000 employees denied proper breaks and required to work off the clock
• $2.38 million for 2,500 thrift store employees affected by wage violations, missed breaks, and unpaid work
• $2.15 million for 262 workers after exposing misleading information during litigation involving meal and rest break violations
• $1.8 million for 13,000 employees denied reimbursement for work-related expenses
• Additional six- and seven-figure recoveries in cases involving harassment, overtime violations, unpaid wages, meal and rest break claims, and other employment law disputes

A Strategy Built Around You

No two employment cases are the same. We take the time to understand your situation and build a legal strategy based on your goals, the facts of your case, and the strongest available evidence. Whether your claim involves discrimination, retaliation, wage theft, or wrongful termination, we pursue every available path to get what you deserve.

Prepared to Stand Up to Employers

Many employment cases settle before trial, but we prepare every case as if it will be heard by a jury. That preparation strengthens our negotiating position and sends a clear message that we are ready to hold employers accountable if they refuse to do the right thing.

Personalized Representation

When you hire us, you are more than a case file. You work directly with your attorney, receive regular updates, and have a legal team committed to protecting your rights from start to finish. We are dedicated to helping California employees pursue the compensation and justice they deserve.

Employment Law Cases We Handle

California employees have some of the strongest workplace protections in the country, but employers do not always follow the law. For over a decade, our lawyers have represented workers in a wide range of employment law matters and have fought to hold employers accountable for violating their rights.

Wrongful Termination

California is an at-will employment state, but that does not mean an employer can fire you for an illegal reason. If you were terminated because of discrimination, retaliation, whistleblowing, taking protected leave, or exercising your legal rights, you may have a wrongful termination claim. Our team can investigate your dismissal, determine whether your employer broke the law, and pursue compensation on your behalf.

Wage and Hour Violations

You deserve to be paid for every hour you work. We represent employees whose employers have violated California wage and hour laws, including:

• Unpaid overtime
• Failure to pay minimum wage
• Off-the-clock work
• Missed meal and rest breaks
• Unpaid final paychecks
• Illegal wage deductions

We also handle cases involving employee misclassification, including workers improperly labeled as independent contractors or exempt employees to avoid overtime pay, benefits, or other legal obligations.

Workplace Discrimination

It is unlawful for employers to make employment decisions based on protected characteristics such as: 

• Race
• Religion
• Sex
• Pregnancy
• Disability
• Age
• National origin
• Sexual orientation
• Gender identity 

We help employees pursue justice when they have been treated unfairly because of who they are.

Workplace Harassment

Everyone deserves a workplace free from harassment. Whether you have experienced sexual harassment or harassment based on another protected characteristic, our attorneys can help you understand your rights and pursue legal action against those responsible.

Retaliation

Employers cannot punish employees for reporting unlawful conduct, requesting reasonable accommodations, filing workers’ compensation claims, reporting wage violations, or participating in workplace investigations. If you suffered demotion, discipline, reduced hours, or termination after asserting your rights, we can help.

Whistleblower Claims

Employees who report fraud, safety violations, or other illegal activity are protected under California law. If your employer retaliated against you for speaking up, our team can help you seek accountability and compensation for the harm you have suffered.

What Compensation Can You Recover in an Employment Law Case?

If your employer violated your rights, you may be entitled to recover compensation for the financial and personal harm you have suffered. The value of your case depends on the type of violation, the severity of your losses, and the evidence supporting your claim.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to recover:

• Unpaid wages for regular hours, overtime, commissions, bonuses, or other compensation you earned but were not paid
• Back pay for wages and benefits you lost because of a wrongful termination, retaliation, or other unlawful employment action
• Front pay if returning to your job is not possible, compensating you for future lost earnings
• Missed meal and rest break premiums when your employer failed to provide legally required breaks
• Reimbursement for business expenses your employer should have covered under California law
• Lost employment benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions, stock options, or other benefits you would have received
• Emotional distress damages for the anxiety, humiliation, stress, and other emotional harm caused by unlawful workplace conduct
• Attorney’s fees and court costs, which may be recoverable under many California employment laws

The compensation available in your case depends on the specific facts and the laws your employer violated. We carefully evaluate every source of compensation available under California law. Our goal is to recover the full amount you are owed and hold your employer accountable for violating your rights.

Aggressive Advocacy for California Workers

Employment law claims can be complicated, especially when you’re dealing with an employer that has greater resources or disputes your version of events. Our attorneys handle every stage of the legal process so you can focus on moving forward while we protect your rights.

We can help by:

• Evaluating your case to determine whether your employer violated California or federal employment laws.
• Explaining your legal options so you understand your rights and the best path forward.
• Investigating your employer’s conduct by gathering records, witness statements, and other evidence to support your claim.
• Calculating your damages to ensure every source of compensation is identified.
• Handling all communication with your employer, its attorneys, and insurance representatives.
• Negotiating for a fair settlement that reflects the full extent of your losses.
• Representing you in mediation, arbitration, or court when necessary to pursue the outcome you deserve.
• Protecting you from further retaliation if your employer continues to violate your rights after you report misconduct.
• Keeping you informed throughout your case with regular updates and direct access to your attorney.

Our team is committed to standing up for California employees.

Protect Your Rights With KJT Law Group

You do not have to face an employment dispute alone. Whether you are dealing with wrongful termination, unpaid wages, workplace discrimination, or another employment law issue, the California employment law lawyers at KJT Law Group are ready to help. Contact us today for a free consultation.

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