TYPES OF EMPLOYEMENT LAW CASES
An employee has a number of rights each time they enter the workplace. When an employer fails to protect those rights or prevent a person from suffering abuse on the job, they could be liable for damages. Some of the types of cases a Bakersfield employment attorney can handle include the following:
Wrongful Termination
If you were fired for a reason other than your skills or the company’s ability to maintain your position, you might have a claim for wrongful termination. Many protected classes, including age or gender, cannot be used as the reason for being fired.
In addition to losing your job, you might have a claim for other unfair treatment. For example, you could be entitled to damages if your employer retaliates against you for acting as a whistleblower.
Sexual Harassment
Everyone deserves to be able to go to work without the fear of unwanted sexual advances or physical contact. This can take many forms, including repeated questions about sexual orientation or gender identity. You could be entitled to compensation and other remedies due to a hostile work environment.
Wage Disputes
When you are hired to do a job, you have certain rights related to the hours you work and the pay you receive. It is against the law for your employer to require you to work off the clock or fail to pay the full amount of wages you are owed. You may be able to recoup these losses by filing legal action against your employer.
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