Frequently Asked Questions

A: If your lawsuit is successful, you may be awarded lost wages, front pay, back pay, and other similar damages.

Compensation depends on factors such as the length of unemployment, the court’s final ruling, and the severity of the employer’s actions. In some instances, you may also be entitled to emotional distress damages and the reimbursement of legal fees.

A: Evidence for workplace harassment may include emails, witness statements, recorded incidents, HR complaints, text messages, or any other documentation displaying repeated inappropriate behavior.

It is important to keep a detailed log of incidents, with dates and times included. A lawyer can analyze the details of your situation and help determine which evidence is most effective.

A: California protects whistleblowers from retaliation, so you can anonymously report to government agencies or seek legal guidance to file a complaint safely.

If your employer retaliates against you for your report, you may have grounds for a lawsuit under whistleblower protection laws.

A: In order to prove retaliation, you must gather evidence showing that you engaged in a legally protected activity (such as reporting discrimination or unsafe working conditions) and that your employer subsequently took adverse action against you.

Documentation such as emails, performance evaluations, sudden negative changes in your job status, and witness statements can all help provide your case with credibility.