Employment Discrimination Attorneys in Pasadena

Experienced Legal Counsel Committed to Your Best Interests - Serving the Greater Los Angeles Area

Although people certainly do not live solely to work, most people must work to live and support their families. What we do for a living often defines who we are. Victims of job discrimination too often suffer in silence because of their fear of retaliation if they were to speak out. This makes their courage in coming forward all the more remarkable. Our Pasadena employment discrimination lawyers give their all to reward that courage through legal action.

In 1991, Dan Stormer won a $17 million sex discrimination verdict in a sex discrimination case against Texaco, and Barbara Hadsell won a $4 million verdict in a sexual harassment case against the Long Beach Police Department. Since that time, attorneys at our firm have litigated many cutting-edge discrimination issues, including discrimination on the basis of transgender status and discrimination against domestic violence victims.

Learn more about how you are protected from discrimination in the workplace by calling us to schedule a consultation. Call (626) 775-7870 to speak with an experienced attorney at Hadsell Stormer Renick & Dai LLP.

Defenders of Constitutional Rights & Workers in All Sectors

The Civil Rights Act of 1964, combined with other federal and California state laws, prohibits many forms of employment discrimination, and our efforts in this legal area have covered the spectrum of protected classes.

Our employment discrimination lawyers in Los Angeles have taken action against perpetrators of:

• National origin, religious and race discrimination
• Age discrimination
• Gender, sexual orientation, and pregnancy discrimination
• Unfair denials of family and medical leave
• Refusals to make reasonable accommodations and other violations of disability rights

Our successes have enforced accountability for employment discrimination on numerous public entities and major corporations. Beyond the seminal cases above, results have included:

• A $1.1 million confidential settlement for three public entity employees who claimed retaliation against them for complaining of workplace discrimination and supporting others’ claims
• A settlement of over $1.3 million for two City of El Segundo employees harassed because of gender and race

Turn to Our Discrimination Lawyers in Los Angeles County

Stereotypes, use of epithets, unlawful workplace rules, and different standards for different workers are just some of the factors in discrimination claims. Victims suffer wrongful termination, denials of promotion, wage inequity, and other serious consequences, often also including serious emotional distress.

You deserve a legal team that is committed to your needs. Contact our employment discrimination lawyers in Pasadena today to schedule your case evaluation.

Commonly Asked Questions About Employment Discrimination in Pasadena

What Are The Most Common Types Of Workplace Discrimination In Los Angeles County?

Workplace discrimination in California often centers on "protected characteristics" defined by the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). According to recent California Civil Rights Department data, Disability Discrimination (approx. 27% of filings) and Race/Color Discrimination (approx. 22%) are among the most frequently reported. These are followed closely by Age Discrimination (over 40) and Sexual Harassment. Understanding these trends helps our legal team identify patterns of systemic bias that may be affecting your specific workplace in Pasadena or the surrounding areas.

Does California Law Provide More Protection Than Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws?

Yes. While federal law (Title VII) offers significant protections, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is generally much broader. For example, FEHA applies to employers with as few as five employees for most discrimination claims (and just one employee for harassment), whereas Title VII generally requires fifteen. California also offers more robust protections regarding gender identity, sexual orientation, and specific medical conditions like pregnancy or genetic information.

What Is "Constructive Discharge" In A Discrimination Case?

Constructive discharge occurs when an employer creates working conditions so intolerable—due to discrimination or harassment—that a reasonable person would feel they have no choice but to resign. If you were forced to quit your job in Pasadena because of discriminatory treatment, California law may allow you to seek the same damages as if you had been formally fired, including back pay and compensation for emotional distress.

Can I Still File A Claim If I Am An At-Will Employee?

Absolutely. "At-will" employment means an employer can generally terminate an employee for any legal reason; however, they cannot terminate you for an illegal reason. Discrimination based on race, gender, disability, or retaliation for whistleblowing is illegal regardless of your employment contract status. Even at-will employees in the Greater Los Angeles Area are fully protected by state and federal civil rights laws.