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San Diego Employment Attorney
When you start a new job, you’re often asked to sign an employment contract. This legally binding document outlines your role, pay, and benefits, but it also shapes your rights and responsibilities. Unfortunately, not all employers honor these obligations. Workers across San Diego frequently encounter illegal practices such as harassment, wage theft, or wrongful termination.
At Gomez Trial Attorneys, our employment team is dedicated to protecting employees and holding employers accountable. Whether you’ve been underpaid, misclassified, or subjected to a hostile workplace, our attorneys are here to fight for your rights.
Employment Law Cases We Handle
Our San Diego employment attorneys represent clients in a wide range of disputes, including:
- Sexual harassment
- Employment discrimination
- Wrongful termination
- Retaliation
- Whistleblower claims
- Wage theft and unpaid overtime
- Class actions
If your rights have been violated in these or related areas, contact our team to learn your options.
Labor & Employment Rights in California
Employment law defines the rights and obligations between employees and employers. In California, workers benefit from some of the strongest protections in the nation, covering:
- Wrongful termination – You cannot be fired for illegal reasons such as discrimination or retaliation.
- Employment discrimination – Federal and state law prohibit workplace discrimination based on race, age, gender, religion, disability, and other protected categories. Learn more at our employment discrimination lawyer page.
- Wages and overtime pay – Employers must comply with minimum wage laws, overtime rules, and rest/meal break requirements.
- Workplace safety – Employees have the right to a safe workplace, free from toxic substances and avoidable hazards.
- Sexual harassment – Whether subtle or overt, sexual harassment violates state and federal law. Visit our sexual harassment lawyer resource to learn how victims can take action.
- Disability and workers’ compensation – Disabled workers are entitled to reasonable accommodations and cannot be discriminated against.
- Contract issues – Non-compete clauses and breach of contract disputes often require legal review and enforcement.
Even job applicants are protected during the hiring process. Employers cannot ask discriminatory questions about age, family, or religion when screening candidates.
John Gomez and Our Employment Team
Led by founding attorney John Gomez, our team of trial lawyers has earned recognition across California for standing up to corporations and government entities. John’s reputation as one of San Diego’s top litigators strengthens our ability to secure favorable settlements and verdicts.
Privacy Rights in the Workplace
Many employees worry about how much control employers have over their privacy. Common concerns include:
- Can my employer monitor phone calls?
- Are my emails and computer activity private?
- Can my desk or workspace be searched?
In many cases, employers do have monitoring rights. However, laws like the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) limit those powers. For example, if a monitored business call turns personal, the employer must stop listening immediately. Similar rules apply to email and digital monitoring. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, consult our employment team to explore your options.
Key Protections for California Workers
California workers benefit from a strong legal framework, including:
- Wage and Hour Protections – State minimum wage laws, overtime requirements, and meal/rest break rules are among the most protective in the U.S.
- Health and Family Leave – The FMLA and CFRA allow eligible workers to take protected leave for medical or family reasons.
- Disability and Accommodation – The ADA requires reasonable accommodations for workers with disabilities.
- Age Discrimination – The ADEA protects employees over 40 from being treated unfairly based on age.
- Union & Labor Rights – The NLRA ensures employees can organize and collectively bargain.
- Whistleblower Protections – Employees who report illegal activities are shielded from retaliation.
These protections apply to hiring, workplace conduct, and termination—ensuring that every stage of employment is governed by fairness.
Compensation in Employment Law Cases
If you’ve experienced workplace misconduct, you may be entitled to:
- Lost Wages and Benefits – Including back pay, lost promotions, and lost benefits like healthcare and retirement contributions.
- Emotional and Psychological Damages – For stress, anxiety, or emotional distress caused by harassment or wrongful termination.
- Attorney’s Fees and Court Costs – Many employment statutes require employers to pay these if you win.
- Punitive Damages – In cases of especially egregious or reckless employer conduct, courts may award damages to punish and deter misconduct.
Contact a San Diego Employment Attorney
Workplace violations can disrupt your career, finances, and well-being. At Gomez Trial Attorneys, our experienced employment team will evaluate your case, explain your rights, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Call (619) 237-3490 today or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with a San Diego employment lawyer.
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