Did you or your loved one lose your job due to an unlawful circumstance, such as discrimination, harassment, or retaliation? Are you in need of legal advice from an Arabic speaking employment rights lawyer in the Los Angeles area? California Labor Law Employment Attorneys Group is ready to assist you if you were the victim of unfair treatment at your workplace.
Laws involving termination of an employee can be quite confusing when you work in “at-will” employment states like California. This means that both the employer and employee have the right to end their working relationship for any reason, at any time. However, there are certain conditions under which an employee cannot be fired, which are defined by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. In addition, the state of California has laws to prevent the unlawful firing of an employee, also known as wrongful termination.
Sadly, workers that are not fluent in English are the most vulnerable when it comes to wrongful termination and other workplace violations. If you are one of these victims, you may be entitled to compensation from a labor law violation lawsuit against your employer. One of our attorneys can explain your legal rights to you in Arabic and fight to recover the losses you’ve suffered. For a free consultation with an Arabic speaking wrongful termination lawyer, please give us a call at our office.
Common Examples of Wrongful Termination
Before you can proceed with a legal action against your employer, you will need to verify that your termination was unlawful according to the state and federal laws. Below is a list of the most common ways that a worker can be wrongfully terminated in California:
- Discrimination against disabled workers (includes both physical and mental health-related conditions).
- Discrimination against pregnant or breastfeeding workers (including retaliation for workers that ask for lactation breaks and other breastfeeding accommodations).
- Demotion or termination based on age, race, religious beliefs, national identity, gender / gender identity, or sexual orientation.
- Terminating someone based on their HIV or AIDS status.
- Harassment or discrimination based on a worker’s domestic violence or sexual assault victim status.
- Unfair treatment in the workplace due to a worker’s military / veteran status, or affiliation to a political party or movement
- Retaliation for whistleblowing (for example, filing an OSHA complaint about unsafe work practices)
- Firing someone for complaining about unsafe work conditions, or wages and hours (including talking to other co-workers to verify wage and hours information).
- Being forced out of your job, i.e., constructive termination, due to intolerable working conditions.
These situations are relatively straightforward, but your own case may involve more complicated issues. That’s why it’s essential to discuss your case with a lawyer, who can guide you through the legal process in your own language. Our bilingual Arab speaking lawyers are available to speak with you, so don’t hesitate to contact us.
Can I Sue my Employer for Wrongful Demotion?
Some employers look for loopholes in the laws that will allow them to retaliate against an employee without firing them. As a result, many workers are subjected to acts of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Demotions, suspensions, and pay cuts are some of the ways an employee may be punished by an employer. Like wrongful terminations, these actions are illegal under the state’s employment laws. If you are facing this type of treatment at your job, you may have grounds for an unfair treatment in the workplace lawsuit. These cases are incredibly challenging, so it’s highly recommended that you consult a lawyer experienced in wrongful demotion lawsuits.
Call us for a Free Second Opinion
If you have concerns about an active claim that you would like to discuss with an independent third party, we are happy to assist you with a free second opinion. These consultations are similar to going to another doctor for their opinion on a medical treatment or diagnosis. Instead of a physician, you will meet with an Arabic speaking labor law expert at our office, who will answer your questions and provide advice on how to proceed with your case. If there are serious issues that are negatively affecting your claim, switching your lawyer may be the best option. However, the consultation is completely free, even if you decide to stay with your current attorney. No matter what stage you’re at with your lawsuit, please consider meeting with us for a second opinion consultation.
What is my Wrongful Termination Lawsuit worth?
Before we can answer this question, we would have to meet with you and go over many issues that will help us determine the value of your case. Sometimes, claimants ask us for the average value of a wrongful termination claim in California, but there’s no easy answer to this question, as compensation amounts can vary from $5,000 to over $100,000.
Your settlement from a labor law violation claim will comprise of various damages that are based on your financial and emotional losses. Potential damages in your lawsuit may include the following:
- Back pay and front pay (wages your employer failed to pay you for completed work, as well as future earnings you would have earned if you were not wrongfully terminated)
- Reimbursement for lost benefits, like medical insurance and sick / vacation days
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses (out of pocket costs due to change / loss of health insurance or from a medical condition associated with your wrongful termination)
- Damage to your reputation (from false accusations or defamatory statements)
- Cost of legal representation
- Punitive damages for gross misconduct or negligence by your employer
Certain damages, like pain and suffering, may be unfamiliar to you. That’s why it’s essential to seek legal advice as soon as you can from a lawyer that can communicate with you in your own language. With one of our employment rights attorneys by your side, you can recover every penny of the settlement you’re entitled to.
Timeline to Settle a Wrongful Termination Claim
Claims involving illegal practices in the workplace can be quite challenging to prove, and as a result, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to over one year to settle a wrongful termination lawsuit. Before you can file a lawsuit, you will need to file a claim with the appropriate federal or state agency, which we can take care of on your behalf. Once it’s determined that the agency cannot resolve your case, you can move forward with a lawsuit to recover your economic and non-economic damages. Each of these processes can take weeks or months to work through, depending on the complications that may arise.
How long do I have to Sue for a Case of Wrongful Termination?
The statute of limitations for a wrongful termination case in California depends on the legal basis for your lawsuit. Wrongful terminations that are based on a breach of contract, for example, must be filed within two years from the date you were fired. However, you would have up to 3 years to bring legal action if your termination was a violation of FEHA, or the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. Knowing the right statute of limitations is extermely important, as the courts are very strict when it comes to deadlines for these cases. If you fail to file your claim on time, it’s more than likely that you will lose the chance to sue your employer.
Free Legal Services for Wrongfully Terminated Workers
A language barrier can pose many challenges throughout your life, including the prospect of being wrongfully terminated from your job. However, the existing laws protect all workers, regardless of their English speaking skills. If you’ve been unlawfully fired, demoted, or suffered another type of workplace discrimination and/or retaliation, please take some time to meet with one or our Arabic speaking wrongful termination attorneys.
You will receive a free consultation on your rights and legal options, so that you can make an informed decision on how to proceed with your case. If you choose to hire us, you pay nothing for the entire duration of your case, as our bilingual attorneys work on contingency. What does this mean? We don’t get paid unless we win your case. If we don’t recover your settlement, you owe us nothing since we operate under a Zero fee guarantee.
Our law firm is more than ready for the challenge of fighting for your rights. Contact us to schedule a free case review with an Arabic speaking employment rights lawyer.
