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Employers cannot avoid protections and benefits that extend to employees by misclassifying workers as independent contractors. Misclassification, however, is a common problem for workers across a wide range of industries including but not limited to janitors, massage therapists, physical therapists, fitness instructors, truck drivers, laborers, and gig economy workers.

Need trusted legal support to defend your workplace rights? Get tenacious support and representation from Oakland gender discrimination lawyers at Olivier & Schreiber PC. Gender discrimination in the workplace is a reality that impacts countless individuals, often contributing to the creation of a hostile work environment and hindering professional growth. Whether it is unfair treatment due to gender identity, expression, or orientation, the effects can be deeply damaging.

Many employees are brave enough to report an employer's wrongful conduct. When doing so, you want the representation of our Oakland whistleblower attorneys. Employees who report improper conduct can be protected by whistleblower laws. These laws are important: without them, a whistleblower is left at the mercy of an employer who could face fines – and even criminal charges – because of their report. The law recognizes these risks.

If you have experienced workplace inequality based on a disability, seek justice with Olivier & Schreiber PC’s trusted Oakland disability discrimination lawyers. Experiencing disability discrimination in any workplace can be isolating and devastating. When employees face unfair treatment due to physical or mental disabilities, their ability to thrive professionally and personally is compromised.

Many employers terminate employees for reasons that violate the law. If you think this happened to you, consult with an Oakland wrongful termination lawyer. Believe it or not, there is an illegal way that you can be terminated. Because many workers are employed “at will,” they can be terminated with or without reason by their employers. But that doesn’t mean that your employer gets to violate your rights by terminating you.

Many Bay Area employers engage in unlawful discrimination against employees in one way or another. If you suspect you were a victim, reach out to a discrimination attorney in Oakland.Employment discrimination continues to be a problem for many people in California, despite strict state and federal laws prohibiting such conduct.

Wrongful termination is a life-changing incident. Our San Francisco employment lawyers at Olivier & Schreiber LLP will help you pursue necessary compensation. Employment in California is considered “at will,” meaning an employer typically can fire its employees for any reason or no reason – but an employer cannot fire an employee for an illegal reason.

Despite clear laws, many employees continue to engage in unequal and discriminatory pay practices. If you believe you are a victim, don’t wait to contact San Francisco equal pay lawyers. Both federal and California law make wage discrimination illegal. Employees who find that they are not being paid the same as their colleagues for similar work could file a lawsuit. Employees must be paid the same regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity.