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Employment Law

Powerful Bay Area/Oakland Employment Law Attorneys

If you are a worker who believes you have not been treated fairly on the job, you may have a legal recourse. At The Cardoza Law Offices in Walnut Creek, California, our employment law lawyers have been protecting the rights of employees since our firm was established in 1985. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.

Our Bay Area/Oakland employment law attorneys have extensive experience interpreting and working to enforce the state and federal workplace laws related to:

  • Affirmative action
  • Race, color, or national origin discrimination
  • Gender discrimination
  • Transgender discrimination
  • Sexual harassment
  • Age discrimination
  • Disability discrimination
  • Religious discrimination
  • Employee benefits
  • Trade secret disputes
  • Wage and hour disputes
  • Wrongful discharge or termination
  • Laws governing municipal employment
  • Whistleblower litigation and retaliation
  • Employment contract and commission disputes

In addition to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Cardoza Law Offices can also protect and enforce your legal rights under labor laws such as:

  • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Federal Employer's Liability Act (FELA)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
  • Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN)

We Offer Effective Representation at All Levels

Our Bay Area/Oakland employment law attorneys have years of experience in state and federal matters as well as before Labor Commission Hearings. Because of our understanding of our knowledge of the complex laws governing this area, we are able to give our clients the professional guidance and representation they need to get the best outcome possible.

For a free initial consultation to discuss your matter in confidence, contact our California employment lawyers today. We look forward to protecting your rights and discussing your legal options with you.

Results-Oriented California Employer Law Firm

If you are a business owner or manager in California, you know that there is a complex, ever-changing network of state and federal laws that govern how you must treat current employees, former workers, and future job applicants. At The Cardoza Law Offices in Walnut Creek, our California employer law attorneys have years of experience representing employers who need defense in litigation matters involving their employees. Contact us today for a consultation.

A Focus on Prevention of California Employer Law Disputes

Our attorneys have found that preventing employment law conflicts in the first place is usually the best option. This proactive approach saves time and money, as well as helps foster better understanding between employers and employees.

In addition to helping business employers comply with the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, The Cardoza Law Offices can also make sure you follow the labor laws such as:

  • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Federal Employer's Liability Act (FELA)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
  • Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN)

A Wide Range of Issues Need to Be Addressed in Advance

Other work issues that need to be taken into account involve sexual harassment, wage and hour disputes, wrongful discharge, employee benefits, as well as discrimination on the basis of age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, or health diagnosis (such as AIDS or cancer). Having legal and effective policies in place will promote a better working environment for all involved.

To schedule a consultation to evaluate your case in confidence, contact our California employer law attorneys today at The Cardoza Law Offices. We will treat you and your case with the importance it deserves.

At The Cardoza Law Offices, located in Walnut Creek, California, our lawyers represent clients in the San Francisco Bay Area and Tri Valley, including cities such as Oakland, South San Francisco, Richmond, Martinez, Berkeley, Redwood City, Hayward, Pleasanton, San Ramon and throughout the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa and San Mateo.

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