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Employment
Oakland Employment Lawyers
Were you fired, harassed, discriminated against, or denied wages you earned in Oakland? At Wilshire Law Firm — an award-winning, nationally recognized team — we protect Alameda County workers under California law. Contact us 24/7 for a free case review with a legal professional — there are no fees unless you get paid.
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Understanding Your Oakland Employment Case
Explore essential resources on your rights, your options, and what to expect — everything you need to navigate the legal process, all in one place.
Wilshire Law Firm is an award-winning, nationally recognized team that stands up for workers across Oakland and Alameda County. Our attorneys represent employees in healthcare, education, logistics, the public sector, and technology, handling every conversation with employers and their lawyers so you can focus on moving forward. Consultations are confidential, and there are no fees unless you get paid.
We handle the full range of California workplace claims for Oakland employees. These commonly include wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, retaliation, and an employer's failure to accommodate a disability. Oakland workers are protected by California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the California Labor Code, federal employment laws, and local ordinances such as the city's minimum wage and paid sick leave rules. A legal professional can review your situation during a free case review.
California is an at-will employment state, but a firing is still unlawful when it violates public policy, breaches a contract, or is based on a protected characteristic. Common wrongful termination claims involve workers fired shortly after making a protected complaint, requesting medical leave, or asserting their legal rights. If you were let go under circumstances like these, a legal professional can help you understand your options. Wrongful termination →
FEHA prohibits workplace discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, and religion. Sexual harassment claims may involve quid pro quo demands or a hostile work environment, and employers are required to take reasonable steps to prevent it. Our attorneys help Oakland workers document these violations and pursue accountability. Workplace discrimination → · Sexual harassment →
California entitles most workers to the applicable minimum wage, overtime for hours beyond 8 in a day or 40 in a week, a 30-minute meal period for shifts over five hours, and a 10-minute rest break for every four hours worked. If your employer is shorting your pay, you can generally file a claim with the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) or pursue a civil lawsuit. A legal professional can review your pay records for free. Unpaid wages →
No — California law protects workers who report illegal conduct, file complaints, or assert their legal rights from employer retaliation. Protected activities generally include reporting wage theft, filing a harassment complaint, requesting a disability accommodation, and taking CFRA or FMLA leave. If you faced a demotion, firing, or other adverse action after doing any of these, you may have both a retaliation claim and an underlying claim. Workplace retaliation →
Meet Our Oakland Employment Attorneys
Nationally-Recognized Powerhouse, Fighting for the Justice You Deserve
Our award-winning attorneys have recovered billions for clients while taking on insurance companies and major corporations.
John G. Yslas, Esq.Senior Partner, Chair of the Employment Wage & Hour Class Action Department
Mary Lee Caruso, Esq.Senior Partner
Tyler J. Woods, Esq.Senior Partner
Arrash Fattahi, Esq.Partner
Benjamin Haber, Esq.Partner
Nicol Hajjar, Esq.Partner
Diego Aviles, Esq.Junior Partner
Jeffrey Bils, Esq.Junior Partner
Emily Borman, Esq.Junior Partner
Jose Maria D. Patino, Jr., Esq.Junior Partner
Christina M. LeJunior Partner
William M. Pao, Esq.Junior Partner
Eugene Zinovyev, Esq.Junior Partner$12.0M
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Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and evaluated on its own facts.
How Do I Know If I Have an Employment Claim in Oakland?
You may have a valid employment claim if your employer took an unlawful action against you — such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, or unpaid wages — and you suffered harm as a result. In most cases, discrimination and harassment claims under FEHA must be filed within three years of the last unlawful act, so timing matters. Because deadlines and facts vary, contact Wilshire Law Firm's employment team for a free case evaluation.
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#1 Truck v. Pedestrian Accident Settlement
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#1 Multi-Vehicle Accident Settlement
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#1 Equipment Malfunction Settlement
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#1 Car v. Stationary Object Collision Settlement
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#1 Bus v. Passenger Accident Settlement
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#1 Whistleblower Retaliation Settlement
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#1 Underinsured Motorist Settlement
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#1 Slip & Fall Accident Settlement
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#1 Negligent Security Settlement
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#1 Ladder Accident Settlement
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#1 Hotel Premises Liability Settlement
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#1 Car v. Car Collision Settlement
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#1 Bicycle Accident Settlement
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#1 Pregnancy Discrimination Settlement
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#1 Age/Disability Discrimination Settlement
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#1 Wrongful Termination Settlement
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#1 Meal & Rest Breaks Settlement
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*#1 settlements in California have been awarded by TopVerdict.com. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
Oakland Employment FAQs
Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
We've answered the most common ones below. If yours isn't here, call us — we're available 24/7.
Workers tied to Port of Oakland logistics and warehousing are generally entitled to overtime and full payment for all hours worked under the California Labor Code. Off-the-clock work and unpaid overtime are common disputes in shift-based logistics jobs.
Employment lawsuits arising in Oakland are generally filed in Alameda County Superior Court, while FEHA discrimination and harassment claims typically begin at the California Civil Rights Department. Your attorney can confirm the venue for your matter. More local information is available on our Oakland injury and employment attorneys page.
Oakland's large public-sector and healthcare workforce is generally covered by FEHA's protections against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Some public employers also carry additional procedural steps, so it helps to review your specific situation early.
California's whistleblower protections make it unlawful for an employer to punish you for reporting a reasonable belief of legal violations. Retaliation can include firing, demotion, or a cut in hours after you speak up. We also represent workers elsewhere in California — see our San Diego employment lawyers.