La Palma Employment Lawyer

La Palma Employment Attorney

In an ideal world, you’d expect to be treated fairly in the workplace. Far too often, though, reality is much different. Coworkers create hostile work environments for others. Supervisors harass their subordinates. Employers discriminate against their workers. If you’ve been the victim of illegal mistreatment at work, you’ll want an experienced La Palma employment lawyer on your side.

Employment Law Cases We Handle

Employment law is a broad field of the legal system, focused specifically on the rights and obligations of employees and employers. As a firm dedicated primarily to this facet of the law, The Law Office of Briana Kim handles a wide variety of employment cases, including:

• Wrongful termination. This includes being fired, laid off, or forced to resign for an illegal reason, including discrimination. Wrongful termination may be a form of retaliation.
• Family and Medical Leave Act leave of absence violations. Denying eligible employees leave they’re legally entitled to. The FMLA grants employees leave to deal with their own medical condition or that of a family member. In 2025, employers had to pay out $1,029,463 in back wages for FMLA violations.
• Employee misclassification. Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor to avoid providing benefits.
• Retaliation. Taking adverse action against an employee for reporting unlawful conduct, filing a complaint, taking leave they’re legally entitled to, or participating in any other protected activity. In 2019, 53.8% of all charges received by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission were for retaliation.
• Sexual harassment. Unwelcome sexual advances, inappropriate comments, or requests for sexual favors, often in exchange for workplace advancement or with the threat of disciplinary action. From 2018 to 2021, the EEOC received 27,291 sexual harassment complaints.
• Wage and hour violations. Failure to pay minimum wage, overtime, earned commissions or bonuses, or final paychecks. This also includes the failure to provide breaks under California law.
• Severance agreement issues. Reviewing, negotiating, or challenging severance agreements to be sure terms are fair to the employees and are legally enforceable. Remember that a severance agreement is a legally binding document, and you can’t make changes to it after you sign.
• Whistleblower cases. Protecting employees who report illegal activities in the workplace from retaliation. This can include reports of fraud, safety violations, and other illegal actions.
• Discrimination. Unlawful mistreatment of employees in the workplace on the basis of protected characteristics such as race, sex, gender, ethnicity, religion, ancestry, or disability.
• Maternity and paternity leave. Parents are entitled to leave to bond with their child under both state and federal laws. In California, employees are granted12 weeks of unpaid job protection under the California Family Rights Act.

Regardless of what kind of employment case you have, your attorney can help you collect evidence, file a claim with the Civil Rights Division or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, represent you in settlement negotiations, and take your case to court if necessary.

Why Choose The Law Office of Briana Kim?

At The Law Office of Briana Kim, we’re dedicated to giving our clients the individualized attention they deserve. We work closely with you to create a case-specific strategy and recover the compensation you may be entitled to. We’re a small firm with the resources and technology of a large law office. That means we can give you the direct support you deserve and the effective representation you need.

California’s employment laws can be difficult to navigate on your own. You’ll want an experienced attorney in your corner helping you take on your employer’s legal team, whether in settlement negotiations or in court before a judge and jury.

Briana Kim has been admitted to practice law since 2008, and she has helped many employees assert their rights against employment law violations, from negotiations to advocating for them at the Orange County Superior Court. Ms. Kim speaks both Korean and English, and she’s proud to represent members of the local Korean community.

FAQs

How Much Does an Employment Lawyer Cost in California?

How much an employment lawyer costs varies depending on the complexity of your case and the experience of your attorney. If you have a simple case that settles quickly, you can expect to pay your lawyer less than if you had a complicated dispute. Similarly, a newer lawyer likely charges less than an experienced attorney with a long track record of success.

Can I File a Claim Against My Employer for Stress and Anxiety in California?

Yes, you can file a claim against your employer for stress and anxiety if they arose from illegal actions that occurred in the workplace. You can file a claim directly against your employer if they discriminated against you, harassed you, retaliated against you, or subjected you to other illegal behaviors.

How Do You File a Claim Against Your Employer in California?

To file a claim against your employer, you need to start by collecting documentation of their illegal activities. Then, you may file a complaint against them with the California Civil Rights Department or the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which can then review the case to decide if you have legal grounds to proceed. It’s wise to hire an attorney to help you collect evidence and file your report, as even a small mistake can compromise your claim.

How Much Is My Employment Case Worth?

How much your employment case is worth depends on the type of illegal activity that has occurred and how it has affected your life. You may be entitled to damages for the losses you’ve incurred, which can include lost wages, lost benefits, and emotional distress. Speak with your La Palma employment attorney to learn how much your case may be worth. They can review all of your losses to properly evaluate how much compensation you should pursue.

Hire an Employment Lawyer in La Palma

If you’ve experienced harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, or any other employment law issue, it’s time to seek help from an experienced attorney. Hire an employment lawyer to review your case, help you collect evidence, negotiate with your employer for a settlement, and represent you in court if necessary.

Contact The Law Office of Briana Kim today for the legal guidance you need. We can schedule a free consultation to discuss your case, learn about your goals, and create an effective strategy to recover the compensation you deserve.

Locations

249 East Ocean Blvd, Ste 814
Long Beach, CA 90802

6 Centerpointe Dr, Ste 700,
La Palma, CA 90623