Practice Areas

Northern California Employment Law Firm

Discrimination ● Harassment ● Wage and Hour Claims ● Wrongful Termination

Every year hundreds of employees across northern California suffer discrimination, harassment, abuse or unjust firing. Many workers endure these injustices in silence, not knowing that they are protected by state and federal employment laws, not knowing how to bring a case to court.

If you have been the victim of employment law violations, you can seek justice. We can help. Call 559-432-0986 or 916-551-1556 to speak to an attorney.

At the law office of Smith & Bryant, Inc., in Fresno, California, our caring and compassionate employment lawyers represent workers across northern California who have been the victims of unfair treatment in the workplace. Contact our employment law attorneys if you need help with these or other employment law cases:

Sexual Harassment - Sexual harassment can take many forms, from unwanted touching or suggestive e-mails to sexual assault. Whether from a manager, a supervisor or a coworker, sexual harassment is illegal and must stop. If your employer won't act, we will - by bringing your case to court.

Employment Discrimination - If you believe you have been discriminated against because of your race, ethnicity or national origin, gender, real or perceived sexual orientation, age, religion, disability or cancer diagnosis, or pregnancy status, our attorneys will aggressively work to get you the compensation you deserve.

Wage Disputes - We represent employees who have been told to work through lunch, work off the clock, or who have been otherwise deprived of their lawful breaks, as well as employees bringing a dispute for overtime pay they should have received.

Retaliation and Wrongful Termination - If you were punished, demoted or fired for being a whistleblower about illegal or unethical actions by your employer, we are your defense. If you were retaliated against for speaking up about employment law violations and trying to protect your rights, we will fight to get you reinstated to your job or compensated for losses you've suffered from wrongful firing.

Defamation, Libel and Slander - If your former employer has given damaging false information about you to a prospective future employer, or your reputation has been damaged by false accusations of dishonesty or by malicious gossip, you can seek a remedy in court.

Family and Medical Leave - You are legally allowed to take medical leave, disability leave, pregnancy leave or family leave to care for a new child or a sick family member. These are all protected by the California Family Rights Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Unfortunately, employers do not always understand how this law is applied. Contact us if you believe your employer mishandled your leave.

Military Rights - If you are in the National Guard or military reserve, you have a number of legal rights that protect your employment while you are serving your country. Learn more about your rights and how we can help you if you have been discriminated against in employment.

Severance and Employment Contracts - Before you sign any employment contract that limits your options for future employment, speak with a lawyer. Understand the nature of the contract you are being asked to sign.

Civil Rights - In our communities, people face discrimination based on race, ethnic origin, religion and sexual orientation. If you believe you have been denied a mortgage or a rental lease, a loan or a public service, your civil rights have been violated. We will seek justice for you under California's civil rights law.

Contact the employment law attorneys at Smith & Bryant, Inc. for the protection from retaliation that you need and the compensation you deserve.