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Mr. Root received his law degree from the Southern Methodist University School of Law in 1977. He is licensed to practice before all of the courts of the State of California, the United States Supreme Court, all of the Federal District Courts in Southern California, the Southern District Court of Appeals, and the Court of Military Appeals. He is a member in good standing of the California Bar Association and many other professional associations. The firm's area of practice is related to employee rights-employment and labor l... read more
22600 Lambert St, Ste 108, Lake Forest, CA, 92630, United States
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Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
Sat | Closed | |
Sun | Closed |
There are laws that protect whistleblowers in the United States, and a labor and employment lawyer can help you if you have been fired or forced to endure a hostile workplace because of your actions as a whistleblower.
Is there a situation going on in your office you fear will result in injury to you or your coworkers? If management won't correct the issue, the law will protect you if you have to report it to a regulatory agency.
There are several cases in which wrongful termination can be proved in a court of law. This includes violations of federal and/or state discrimination laws, violations of labor laws, violations of public policy, and sexual harassment.
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 banned unions, private companies and state and local government from discriminating against people with disabilities in employment. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was tasked with enforcing the act.
It makes sense to talk to a labor or employment attorney if you feel your rights have been violated. There is often a specific process to follow to file a claim or harassment or workplace discrimination and lawyers understand all the proper procedures to follow.
In most states, salaried employees are not entitled to overtime pay unless it is stipulated in their employment contract. State laws generally exempt managers, supervisors, administrators, and executives from overtime eligibility.
Remember, every employment situation is different and will have its own nuances. Even though someone you know may have been unsuccessful suing your employer, you could still win your case.
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