Employees have many duties on the job, including the responsibility to perform their work diligently and observe all safety protocols prescribed by their employers. However, employers also have many obligations to their workers, including providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and unsafe or illegal practices. When employers fail to uphold these obligations, workers may need to turn to an employment law lawyer near Santa Clara to assert or protect their rights.
Workers who experience unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation on the job deserve a strong ally. If you believe your rights or safety as an employee have been compromised, contact the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro to discuss your situation and what options may exist for addressing the issue.
Ideally, every employer should act with their employees’ best interests in mind. Unfortunately, though, companies often engage in or ignore unfair or unethical behavior. Legal action may be warranted when these actions cross the line into illegal activity or negligence.
At the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro, our practice extends to the following employment law issues:Â
When an employee faces unfair labor practices, they should begin by taking the following steps:
There are many options for addressing a claim against an employer, and a knowledgeable attorney can offer advice on the best course of action for a discrimination or wrongful termination claim, such as pursuing a claim under state or federal law.
No two cases are the same, and the right course of action can depend on many variables. To determine how to best pursue a claim, talk to an employment law lawyer near Santa Clara today.Â
At the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro, we have extensive experience representing employees all the way to trial. If you think you may have a claim against your employer, please contact us.
Jeannette is passionate about employee rights. She fights to shed light on injustices and to help her clients move beyond troubling times. Contact Jeannette today for a free case evaluation.
Settlement achieved on behalf of an employee who was discriminated against on account of his age.
Arbitration award in race harassment and discrimination suit.
Arbitration award obtained on behalf of employee terminated on account of his national origin.
Jury verdict obtained on behalf of long-term employee in suit for unpaid wages.
Settlement for employee that was retaliated against on account of reporting discrimination.
Settlement for employee discriminated against on account of her gender and age.
Pre-litigation settlement for victim of race & national origin discrimination.
Settlement negotiated in a gender discrimination case.