Employment Disputes

Vigorous Advocacy for Employee Rights: Comprehensive Employment Litigation Services.

(Not to be confused with employee discipline, investigations, contract bargaining or union matters… for help with those matters visit Labor & Employment)

At Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, we recognize the profound impact that workplace issues like wrongful termination, discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, FMLA/CFRA leave violations, sexual harassment, and retaliation can have on employees’ well-being and careers. If you have encountered unfair treatment or unlawful practices at work, our firm provides tailored civil litigation services to safeguard your rights, pursue justice, and ensure accountability from employers.

We recognize the sensitivity of employment conflicts and their potential effects on your professional path, finances, and overall welfare. This is why we are dedicated to delivering empathetic and efficient legal counsel aimed at guiding you through these complexities and securing a favorable resolution for your employment litigation matter.

If you’re confronted with employment-related legal issues, don’t hesitate to seek legal assistance. Contact Goyette, Ruano, and Thompson today to arrange a consultation with our experienced civil litigation attorneys. We are dedicated to advocating for your rights and empowering you to regain command over your life and future.

Areas Of Practice

Wrongful Termination Claims

If you suspect you were wrongfully terminated from your job, our attorneys offer strategic representation to pursue legal action against your employer. We thoroughly assess the circumstances surrounding your termination to identify potential legal claims related to protected classes such as disability (mental and physical), gender, race, religion, ancestry, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, and violations of public policy. Our team advocates vigorously to pursue suitable monetary and non-monetary remedies and seek compensation for your losses.

Discrimination Litigation

We advocate for employees who have faced discrimination based on protected classes such as disability (mental and physical), gender, race, religion, ancestry, sexual orientation, and military/veteran status. Our firm handles discrimination claims under both federal and state anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Whistleblower Retaliation Claims

If you’ve suffered retaliation for reporting illegal or what you perceive to be illegal conduct in the workplace, our attorneys provide aggressive representation to protect your rights as a whistleblower. We handle whistleblower retaliation claims under various federal and state laws, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Dodd-Frank Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), California Labor Code Section 1102.5, and the California False Claims Act. Our goal is to secure both economic and non-economic damages for you, including potential reinstatement if warranted.

FMLA/CFRA Leave Violations

We fight for employees whose rights have been infringed upon by their employers under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and/or California Family Rights Act (CFRA). Our firm advocates for employees who have been denied FMLA/CFRA leave, retaliated against for taking leave, or subjected to adverse employment actions due to their protected leave requests, by seeking remedies for lost wages, reinstatement, and other damages.

Sexual Harassment Litigation

We offer compassionate yet aggressive representation to individuals who have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace. Our attorneys handle sexual harassment claims under federal and state laws, such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), alongside other anti-discrimination statutes. We are dedicated to pursuing justice and securing compensation for survivors of harassment and hostile work environments.

Retaliation Claims

If you’ve experienced retaliation for asserting your legal rights in the workplace, such as reporting discrimination, harassment, or safety violations, our firm offers adept representation to ensure accountability from employers. We manage retaliation claims under federal and state laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and California Labor Code Section 1102.5, along with other anti-retaliation statutes. Our mission is to secure remedies such as reinstatement, back pay, front pay, compensatory damages, and punitive damages when appropriate.

Wage & Hour

At Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, we are committed to protecting employees’ rights under California and federal wage and hour laws. Our team of experienced attorneys offers comprehensive services to ensure you are fairly compensated for your work. Here’s how we can help:

Labor Law/Overtime Lawyer: If you’ve been wrongly classified as exempt from overtime, we can help you recover unpaid wages.
Minimum Wage Compliance: We ensure your employer follows strict California minimum wage laws, including city-specific rates.
Overtime Pay Recovery: If you’ve worked overtime and weren’t paid, we’ll fight to get you what you deserve under CA and federal law.
Meal & Rest Period Violations: We help employees recover pay if their rights to mandatory breaks have been violated.
Labor Commissioner Claims: Our team expertly handles wage disputes, guiding you through the claims process to recover what’s owed.
Prevailing Wages for Public Projects: We ensure employees on public works projects receive the higher, prevailing wage they’re entitled to.
Off-the-Clock Work: If you’ve worked unpaid hours, we’ll make sure you’re compensated for all your time

Employment Dispute Attorneys

If you need an Employment Dispute attorney contact our office to schedule your case evaluation. Call us today at 916 851 1900 or fill out the form below.