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The Advantages of an Employment Attorney in California

With the ever-changing laws and regulations that govern the employment relationship, both employers and employees need to have experienced lawyers that handle work-related issues. Yet, many workers are unaware of their rights or the potential legal implications of their employment situation. In California, the need for an employment attorney is especially important, given the number of state and local laws in place. This guide covers the advantages of having an employment attorney in California and how to find and hire a qualified lawyer.

What Is an Employment Attorney?

An employment attorney represents employers or employees in matters of employment law. They provide valuable advice on various legal issues, ranging from discrimination and harassment to wage disputes and wrongful termination. The Law Office of John P Martin represents employee disputes.

A San Diego employment lawyer provides a wide range of legal services that focus on protecting the rights of workers and employers. They are knowledgeable in both state and federal laws, as well as in local laws that may apply to a particular case.

Employment lawyers in California can help with:

Discrimination Claims
Harassment Claims
Wrongful Termination Claims
Wage and Hour Disputes
Employment Contracts and Negotiations
Workplace Accommodations
Class Action Lawsuits
Arbitration clauses in employment agreements.

Choosing one of the reliable San Diego employment lawyers is a great way to protect your rights and interests.

Why Have a San Diego Employment Attorney?

The advantages of having an employment attorney to represent you in California are numerous. Here is an overview of some of the important benefits:

Knowledge of Employment Law

An employment attorney in California has the knowledge to understand the complex and ever-changing employment law in San Diego. They can help employees navigate California’s complex legal requirements and ensure compliance with all relevant laws.

In California, the Civil Rights Division (“CRD”, formerly known as the DFEH (Department of Fair Employment and Housing) is responsible for enforcing state employment laws, protecting workers from:

Wrongful Termination
Harassment and Discrimination
Retaliation for filing a complaint within the company or to a government agency (also known as a “whistleblower”)
Unequal pay based on gender or race, disability discrimination, or sexual orientation
Unlawful retaliation for taking time off work
Wage and Hour Laws Violation

An employment attorney in California can help employers and employees understand the complexities of these laws and ensure compliance.

Legal Representation

An employment attorney can provide legal representation for employees in cases involving discrimination, harassment issues, wrongful termination scenarios, wage and hour violations, and other employment-related matters. The primary purpose of an employment attorney is to represent their client’s legal interests, protect their rights, and help ensure a fair outcome in any employment dispute.

Guidance on Employment Contracts

An employment attorney can help draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts to ensure that they are fair and legally sound. There are numerous legal issues to consider when drafting and negotiating employment contracts, such as job duties, salary and benefits, commission structure, vacation and sick leave policies, termination procedures, etc.

Mediation and Arbitration

An employment attorney can also help with mediation and arbitration of employment disputes, saving time and money compared to going to court. This can be especially beneficial for employers. Employers often have an arbitration clause in the employment agreement (handbook, where employees sign), because it is often quick, allows only limited discovery (depositions, witnesses, written questions and document requests) vs. a full trial in a court. Mediation is typically a voluntary effort where the parties can come to some kind of agreement resolving the purported issues between them.

Protection Against Retaliation

An employment attorney can provide protection against retaliation for employees who report discrimination, harassment, or other illegal activities in the workplace. There are laws in place to protect workers from retaliation, and an employment attorney can help ensure that employers comply with applicable laws.

With over 25 years of dedication to California employment law, John P. Martin is highly trained to represent you in cases involving discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, and other employment-related matters. Contact our firm today to discuss your case and learn more about what an employment attorney in California can do for you.

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Eddie Alvarado

We retained Mr. Martin's services in connection with employee related issues, and we needed someone to advise us to prevent such incidents occurring within our company. Mr. Martin's professionalism, candor, and research was greatly appreciated, and we were able to resolve our issues with his assistance, and to minimize the risk further incidents will occur. We are very appreciative of John's legal guidance, and I would not hesitate to recommend him for his professional services.

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John represented me with very favorable results in two employment cases: one wrongful termination and one for discrimination. John is an expert in employment law and brilliant in his thinking about a case. He has an amazing ability to craft profound arguments for a case and is so creative in finding flaws in the arguments he is presented with. What I appreciate most about John, aside from getting favorable results, is that he cares about his clients and is dedicated to helping those who have been wronged.

Jonelle G.

If you are looking for an attorney with plenty of experience in handling difficult cases,Mr. John Martin, Esq. is your best candidate. John Martin persevered and won one of the most difficult cases when he fought against Sears Roebuck & Co. for the rights of myself and thousands of co-workers. The case involved years of investigative and collective work by Mr. Martin that included collecting information from the thousands of co-workers through discovery, and depositions. With due diligence, wisdom and innovative and creative lawyering, Mr. Martin prevailed in a case that set laws and standards within the work industry for tens of thousands of employees and collected and distributed compensatory damages to thousands of class members. Mr. Martin is a solid choice when it comes to finding an attorney that will lead a case with determination, detail, focus and above all, in the best interest of his client(s). He will always be my first call should I need legal assistance for employment law or civil litigation. Besides being an intelligent and sharp-witted adversary for any defense counsel to contend against, he also always puts his clients first and foremost.

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Mark P. Christianson

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