California Wrongful Termination Guide
Understand what makes a termination unlawful in California, how at-will employment works, and what options may be available if you were fired for a protected reason.
California Employee Advocacy
Know Your Rights.Protect Your Future.
Helping California employees understand workplace rights concerns and available options.
- ✓10+ Years Experience
- ✓1,000+ Cases Reviewed
- ✓Reviewed Within 2 Business Days
Employee Advocates is an independent employee advocacy organization supported by experienced workplace professionals. We help California employees better understand workplace concerns, evaluate potential rights violations, and identify available options.
10+ Years
Experience
1,000+
Cases Reviewed
California
Employment Focused
Free
Strategy Sessions
2 Business Days
Review Turnaround
Workplace Issues
Have You Experienced Any Of These Workplace Issues?
Many employees are unsure whether what happened in the workplace may violate California employment laws. If any of these situations sound familiar, we may be able to help.
Wrongfully Terminated
Workplace Discrimination
Sexual Harassment
Retaliation
Wage & Hour Violations
Pregnancy Discrimination
Disability Accommodation Issues
Hostile Work Environment
Whistleblower Retaliation
Unpaid Overtime
Missed Meal & Rest Breaks
Workplace Harassment
Areas We Review
Common workplace concerns we help review
Many California employees are unsure whether what happened in the workplace may violate state or federal employment laws. Our team helps individuals better understand potential workplace rights concerns and determine whether additional review may be appropriate.
How the Process Works
Three simple steps
01
Step One
Tell Us What Happened
Complete a confidential eligibility review and provide information about your workplace concerns.
02
Step Two
Advocate Review
Our experienced team reviews your submission and evaluates whether your situation may qualify for additional review.
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Step Three
Professional Connection
Qualified individuals may be connected with experienced employment law professionals familiar with their specific type of matter.
Why Employees Choose Us
Independent advocacy from people who know the workplace
- Independent Employee Advocacy Organization
- Supported by Experienced HR Professionals
- Focused Exclusively on California Workplace Issues
- No Cost Initial Strategy Session
- Confidential Eligibility Review Process
- Not Affiliated With Employers
For over a decade, Employee Advocates has helped California employees better understand workplace rights concerns and available options.
Our team approaches every inquiry from the employee perspective, helping individuals understand what may have occurred, what documentation may be important, and what options may be available moving forward.
Before Speaking With an Attorney
Why Employees Start With Employee Advocates
Many employees contact Employee Advocates before speaking with an attorney because they want an independent review of their workplace concerns and a better understanding of available options.
Employee Advocates
Traditional Law Firm
Independent Review
Legal Intake Process
Employee-Focused Perspective
Case Evaluation Focus
Workplace & HR Experience
Attorney Perspective
Educational Approach
Litigation Focus
No-Cost Strategy Session
Consultation Policies Vary
California Employment Focus
Broader Practice Areas
Prepare for Your Session
Helpful Documents To Have Available
Before your strategy session, it may be helpful to gather any available workplace documentation.
Termination Documents
Employee Handbook
Performance Reviews
Pay Stubs
Emails
Text Messages
Written Complaints
HR Communications
Accommodation Requests
Witness Information
Don't worry if you don't have all of these items. Our team can still review your situation and help you understand available options.
Resource Center
California Employee Rights Resource Center
Educational resources designed to help California employees better understand workplace rights and available options.
California Workplace Retaliation Guide
Learn what qualifies as workplace retaliation under California law, how protected activities are defined, and what employees can do if they experience adverse action after reporting misconduct.
California PAGA Guide
An overview of the Private Attorneys General Act, how employees can enforce California Labor Code violations on behalf of other workers, and common issues PAGA claims address.
California Disability Accommodation Guide
Explore employee rights under FEHA, the interactive process employers must follow, and what reasonable accommodations may look like in California workplaces.
California Wage & Hour Rights Guide
A guide to overtime pay, meal and rest break requirements, wage statement rules, and what employees should know about California wage and hour protections.
California Pregnancy Rights Guide
Understand protections under California's Pregnancy Disability Leave Law, FEHA, and related statutes covering pregnancy accommodations, leave, and workplace discrimination.
California Coverage
Serving employees throughout California
Employee Advocates assists employees throughout California, including major metropolitan areas and surrounding communities.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Have Questions About a Workplace Rights Issue?
Schedule a confidential strategy session with an Employee Advocate and learn more about your available options.