Employer Violations Of Family And Medical Leave Rights (FMLA)

Under California and federal laws, you are entitled to take unpaid leave for health reasons or to care for family members. It is illegal for employers to terminate you, refuse leave or otherwise interfere with exercising your rights.

• Were you fired after medical leave, family care leave or maternity leave?
• Were you reprimanded, reassigned or otherwise punished for taking FMLA leave?

Employers cannot discriminate, harass or retaliate on the basis of medical or family leave. If you suffered adverse employment action while on leave or upon returning to the workplace, Bryant Whitten, LLP, will stand up for you.

Our Fresno FMLA violations attorneys handle employment discrimination in the Central Valley, the Bay Area and surrounding Northern California. If you believe your employment leave rights were violated, contact us today for a confidential and free consultation.

Fight Back Against Leave Discrimination

Our employment law attorneys will explain your rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We have held major employers accountable.

Under the FMLA, you are entitled to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave (not necessarily all at once) to care for a child or spouse who is seriously ill or injured, to care for a newborn or newly adopted child, or to recuperate from a serious health condition.

Employers commonly question employees, make threats or deliberately mislead them about their rights regarding employment leave. Our Fresno FMLA violations attorneys can explore your possible claims relating to common violations of medical leave, disability leave, pregnancy/maternity leave and family leave.

• Did an employer try to override a doctor’s orders or medical opinion?
• Did an employer press for personal information or proof beyond what was required?
• Did an employer try to dictate when you could take leave?
• Did an employer fire you, threaten to replace you or give your job away?
• Were you demoted or docked or did you suffer other retaliatory action?
• Were you harassed to the point that you had no choice but to resign?
• Did an employer refuse to make reasonable accommodations for an urgent leave to care for a loved one?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you may have a case. Call us today to see how we can help.

How Do You Prove FMLA Violations?

Proving FMLA violations begins with showing that you were entitled to protected leave and that your employer failed to respect those rights. This could include denying leave, interfering with your ability to take it or retaliating against you afterward. To support your claim, you will need clear documentation such as medical certifications, time-off requests, written communications and performance evaluations.

Why Hire Bryant Whitten, LLP, For FMLA Violations?

Choosing the right FMLA violations lawyer can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. At Bryant Whitten, LLP, we focus entirely on employee rights and employment law. We do not represent employers, and we do not take shortcuts.

• We work on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you
• Amanda Whitten has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, a distinction given to only a small percentage of attorneys based on peer recognition and achievements
• Amanda Whitten holds the Lead Counsel Verified badge, a mark of excellence awarded to attorneys who meet strict professional and ethical standards
• Our trial lawyers are fully prepared to take your case to court when employers refuse to do the right thing
• We have held large corporations accountable, including household names like Wal-Mart, Starbucks and Bank of America

In addition, our firm has secured strong outcomes for clients in FMLA-related claims:

• $530,000 for a senior account manager fired after medical leave
• $485,000 for a maintenance supervisor terminated after being suspected of having cancer
• $250,000 for a logistics manager fired after taking pregnancy leave and requesting lactation accommodations

When you hire our firm, you get focused legal representation backed by results and recognition. We are here to stand with you.

How The Firm Can Help With FMLA Violations

Our Fresno FMLA violations attorney team provides direct and reliable support every step of the way.

• We explain your rights under federal and California law
• We collect the documents and witness statements needed to build a strong case
• We take care of filing claims with the appropriate state and federal agencies
• We negotiate aggressively with employers to pursue a fair resolution
• We are fully prepared to take your case to trial if necessary

With the help of a knowledgeable FMLA violations lawyer, you do not have to face your employer alone. Bryant Whitten, LLP, is here to protect your rights and pursue justice.

We’ll Stop Further Harm And Fight For Fair Compensation

You may be hesitant to report family leave/medical leave violations for fear of termination or reprisal. Our skilled FMLA violations lawyers will make your employer pay for any intimidation or retaliation. We will support you through the initial reporting, investigation and resolution of your case.

Schedule a free initial review of your claim by sending us an email or by contacting our Fresno office at 559-216-1265, our Sacramento office at 916-827-2576, our Oakland office at 510-901-0774, our San Francisco office at 415-830-8941 or our San Luis Obispo office at 805-328-6206. Our FMLA violations attorneys are committed to upholding the rights of employees.

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