What is Considered Wrongful Termination in San Diego, CA?

California is an at-will employment state, which means that employers can terminate the employment relationship for any lawful reason. However, they cannot fire an employee for a reason that violates the law or public policy.

Have Your Employment Rights Been Violated in San Diego?

Employment law refers to the law that is for the protection of workers. It includes their right to work in an environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Employment law also sets forth minimum standards for wages, hours, and working conditions employers cannot violate

How Much Does a San Diego Employment Attorney Cost?

employment lawyers in San Diego from MAra Law Firm work on a contingency fee basis.

Recovering Damages in an Employment Lawsuit in San Diego

Other than the emotional pain and suffering that you went through both before and after your employment, there are other damages you may be able to collect. These would fall mainly under the categories of compensatory damages and punitive damages.

What are the Reasons I can Sue my Employer in California?

Unpaid wages, unpaid vacations, meals and breaks, unpaid overtime pay, minimum wage, unreimbursed expenses

The Right Way to Choose The Best Employment Attorney For You

your attorney should have extensive experience handling employment law cases. Specifically, in San Diego, an attorney should have handled cases involving the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the California Labor Code.

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Gender Discrimination Lawyers

Posted on Thursday, March 16, 2023

Gender discrimination involves a person being treated unequally or disadvantageously because of their gender, although it is not necessarily of a sexual nature. Common examples include harassment or discrimination that is based on a person’s sex, gender identity, or gender expression, and ge...
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Dealing with a Hostile Work Environment? Take Legal Actions

Posted on Tuesday, August 16, 2022

The definition of a hostile work environment in California is any workplace in which inappropriate behavior in the workplace is severe and pervasive enough to create a hostile atmosphere for its workers. A hostile work environment often relates to sexual harassment, but can certainly involve various types of workplace...
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How To Know If You Were Wrongfully Terminated?

Posted on Wednesday, December 29, 2021

California has at-will employment, which means that most employees and employers can end the employment relationship whenever they want - and for pretty much any reason they want. However, there are some terminations that violate the law and, therefore, a...
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Should You Really be Exempt from Overtime?

Posted on Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Overtime laws provide additional compensation for people who work long hours on the job. However, not everyone is entitled to overtime payments, as some employees are classified as exempt. If you have questions about your exempt status, contact a California unpaid wages lawyer.
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Did Your Employer Fail to Increase Your Minimum Wage in 2021?

Posted on Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Every time minimum wage increases, California employers should make changes to their payroll. If your employer fails to increase your minimum wage, you should speak with a California minimum wage lawyer. On January 1, 2021, th...
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How To Know If You Were Wrongfully Terminated?

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I remember screaming at a dear friend of mine saying, “WHY WON’T THE INSURANCE COVER MY TREATMENT!” He said, “…because they know if they do it will increase your settlement.” I said, “WHAT SETTLEMENT! I JUST WANT TO GET TREATMENT! I DIDN’T ASK FOR A SETTLEMENT!” Somewhere I f...

He represented me and many old CO-workers. They were very professional & I’d recommend them to anyone. Great Lawyers for the forgotten working man.

I would definitely recommend David and really appreciated all the hard work he contributed. David really went the extra mile to help his customers. We were very happy and satisfied with his services. Thank you David!

Mr. Mara was a pleasure to work with. He kept me in the loop. Can’t say enough how good it feels to have someone fighting for you, giving you a voice.

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