Pasadena Employment Law Attorney

If you believe your employer violated your rights by wrongfully terminating you, otherwise discriminating against you, or failing to pay you properly, you could have a viable case against them. We may be able to hold them accountable and recover the compensation you earned and other damages.

For more than a decade, the Pasadena employment law attorneys from KJT Law Group have been fighting for justice for our clients. We represent workers in wrongful termination, hour and wage violations, and other employment law cases.

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Trust KJT Law Group with Your Pasadena Employment Law Case

At KJT Law Group, we are selective about the cases we handle. This allows us to focus fully on each client to ensure they receive the attention and support they need. If you work with us, you will have your attorney’s number and can contact them with questions or concerns at any time. You are our priority. We offer services in English, Spanish, and Armenian.

We strongly believe that employers should not profit by taking advantage of their workers. We will fight for your rights and seek the money you deserve. No case is too small, and no employer is too large. We will go to work for you and fight for every dollar you deserve. Over the last ten years, our lawyers have secured more than $100 million for clients.

Each client receives personalized legal support based on their case facts. We know no two cases are the same. This is why we match our legal strategies to address each individual client’s needs and concerns.

We represent clients with employment law concerns on a contingency fee basis. You do not have to pay any upfront fees or costs. We get paid from the money we recover for you, never your own pocket. Contact us today to learn more during your free, confidential consultation with our team.

Cases Our Pasadena Employment Law Attorneys Handle

Our Pasadena employment law lawyers handle cases from a wide range of industries. We represent part-time, full-time, seasonal, and occasional workers. If you have an employment law concern in Pasadena, CA, reach out. We can assess your case and may be able to help you get justice.

Two of the most common types of employment law cases we handle include:

Wage and Hour Cases

Many employers underpay their employees or expect them to work off the clock to support the company’s bottom line. This is not only unfair to workers but also illegal. Issues related to hourly pay, minimum wage, overtime, and breaks are known as wage and hour violations. Violations of wage and hour laws occur in many ways:

• The employer pays less than the required minimum wage. The minimum wage in California is much higher than the federal minimum wage. It also differs by city throughout the state.
• They do not pay appropriate overtime pay for hours worked.
• They do not provide the required rest and meal breaks.
• They require employees to work off the clock.
• They fail to pay other compensation as required.

Nuestro Pasadena wage and hour claims lawyers handle these cases for individuals or groups of workers, depending on the circumstances. Do not hesitate to call us for a free consultation; we can help you discover if you were the only employee affected or if others may want to file a case, too.

Some of our recent wage and hour case recoveries include:

• $6.9 million secured for department store workers who were denied breaks and overtime pay
• $1.8 million class action settlement for meal and rest breaks as well as overtime pay
• $1 million class action settlement for off-the-clock work
• $1 million for workers at a janitorial staffing agency
• $650,000 for security workers who were not allowed to take regular breaks

Casos de despido improcedente

While California has at-will employment laws that allow companies to terminate employees for virtually any reason, they cannot terminate you for an illegal reason. An unlawful termination occurs when a worker is fired, forced to quit, or dismissed from a contracted position for a reason that violates a state or federal law. Typically, this involves:

• Workplace discrimination based on sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability, age, or religious affiliation
• Retaliation, e.g., for filing a workers’ compensation claim, whistleblowing, or reporting sexual harassment
• Contract violations
• Violating your rights as a worker, such as refusing to allow you to take time provided to you via the Ley de Licencias Médicas y Familiares (FMLA)

Some of the recent payouts in wrongful termination cases we’ve handled include:

• $200,000 for a client who faced workplace harassment and wrongful termination
• $170,000 for wrongfully terminated worker whose rights were violated

Nuestro Pasadena wrongful termination lawyers will fight for justice on your behalf. We may be able to get your job back or seek another form of injunctive relief.

How Our Pasadena Employment Law Lawyers Get Justice for Our Clients

When our Pasadena employment attorneys represent workers in these cases, we get justice for our clients by holding the company accountable and securing compensation for the damages they caused our clients. Depending on the case, this could include:

• Missed hourly wages or overtime pay for wage and hour violations
• Unpaid reimbursements
• Future lost wages and benefits for wrongful termination
• Emotional distress and other intangible losses
• Legal fees, including court costs and/or attorney’s fees
• Punitive damages (under some circumstances)
• Medidas cautelares, como recuperar el empleo

Our attorneys will help you understand the potential recoverable damages in your case and how to know if the company makes a fair offer. While the decision to accept a settlement agreement is ultimately up to you, we provide information and guidance to ensure you feel confident in making the decision if an offer comes.

We also litigate these cases when necessary. We will use our firm resources to prepare your case for court and represent you at trial when required to hold the company accountable.

We have a limited time to file your case. Contact us as soon as possible to discuss your legal options and determine your next steps. We are here to help you understand your rights and explain your legal options. Our Pasadena employment law lawyers will fight for justice, taking on any company or corporation that profited from your work while violating applicable laws.

Filing a Complaint for Violation of FEHA or Other California Employment Laws

Several laws establish what an employer must do and provide for eligible employees.

FEHA and CFRA

Your employer is required to abide by the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). FEHA:

• Protects employees and job applicants from both harassment and discrimination based on a “protected category” (e.g., age, race, disability status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and criminal background) and retaliation for exercising their rights under the law.  
• Prohibits retaliation against an individual who files a complaint under FEHA, helps someone else file a complaint under FEHA, or refuses to take any action that would violate FEHA. 

Employers with five or more employees are prohibited from engaging in retaliation or discrimination. Employers with any employees at all are prohibited from engaging in harassment. 

The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) requires employers with at least five employees to provide qualifying employees with job-protected leave to: 

• Care for themselves 
• Care for a family member (e.g., child, domestic partner, spouse, parent, grandparent, sibling, grandchild, etc.)
• Bond with a child, adopted child, or foster child (within one year of birth, adoption, or placement)

CFRA also requires employers to provide up to four months of disability leave for pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition.

Wage and Hour Laws

Employers are required to:

• Pay at least minimum wage (In Pasadena, the minimum wage is $17.50 an hour, as of January 1, 2025. This is $1 more than California’s minimum wage of $16.50.)
• Pay eligible employees overtime
• Allow employees to take rest and meal breaks

What You Can Do if You Believe Your Employer Violated Your Rights

If your employer violated either of these acts, you have options. To file a harassment, retaliation, or discrimination complaint, we must submit an intake form to the Civil Rights Department (CRD). We have: 

• Three years from the date you were last harmed to file an employment complaint
• One year from the date you were last harmed to file

We can also skip the CRD complaint process and instead file a lawsuit. It’s important to note that we must obtain a Right-to-Sue notice from the CRD to do so. We will discuss your options with you to determine the best course of action.

In either situation, we will handle every aspect of your case. We will establish that your employer violated your rights and seek compensation and justice on your behalf.

To help us build your case, get as much evidence as you can. This could include emails or direct messages from your employer, positive performance evaluations, and any documents that establish the refusal to give you time off or the retaliation, discrimination, or harassment you suffered.

Discuss Your Pasadena Employment Law Case with Our Team for Free

En KJT Law Group, Nuestro Equipo will review your case for free. We provide free case consultations so you can learn more about your legal options during a free, confidential meeting with an experienced team member. Learn how our Pasadena employment law attorney can help you get justice. Contact our employment law firm today to get started.