Wrongful Termination Lawyer in Vallejo
Fighting for Solano County Workers Who Have Been Illegally Fired from Their Jobs
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Vallejo is a diverse waterfront city in Solano County, home to healthcare workers, shipyard employees, teachers, retail staff, and city government workers. Employees across this community lose their jobs every day, but not all terminations are legal. Setareh Law Group has represented California employees for over 25 years, holding employers accountable when they fire workers for illegal reasons under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the California Labor Code, and established public policy protections. The California Civil Rights Department’s online complaint system is where many discrimination-based wrongful termination claims must first be filed.
If your employer has fired you for reporting discrimination, taking medical leave, refusing to break the law, or engaging in any other protected activity, you have legal rights. This page explains how wrongful termination claims work in Vallejo, what deadlines apply, and how Setareh Law Group can help you seek justice against employers who break the law.
Key Information for Vallejo Workers Facing Wrongful Termination
- Most common wrongful termination claims in Vallejo: retaliation against healthcare workers, discrimination in retail, and public policy violations in government positions.
- Where cases are filed: Solano County Superior Court – Vallejo Courthouse, 321 Tuolumne St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
- Statute of limitations for most claims: Three years from termination date under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1.
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Our law office is located in Beverly Hills at 420 N Camden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, approximately 350 miles from Vallejo. We represent Vallejo workers through phone, video conferencing, and in person meetings at the Solano County Superior Court or by appointment. We serve all of California from this single physical office.
Firm Background at a Glance
Setareh Law Group is an employment law firm founded in 1999 by Chaim Shaun Setareh (California Bar Number 204514), headquartered at 420 N Camden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, representing employees throughout Solano County in wrongful termination , discrimination, retaliation, whistleblower, and wage theft cases.
Major Employers in Vallejo
Employer | Industry | Vallejo Area Employees |
Kaiser Permanente Vallejo | Healthcare | 3,000+ |
City of Vallejo | Government | 800+ |
Vallejo City Unified School District | Education | 1,500+ |
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom | Entertainment | 1,500+ |
Touro University California | Education | 1,000+ |
What Is Wrongful Termination Under California Law?
Many workers in Vallejo believe that because California is an at will employment state, employers can fire them for any reason without consequence. This is not correct. At will means an employer can fire you for a bad reason or no reason at all, but not for an illegal reason.
A termination is wrongful when your employer fires you for a reason that violates
- Anti discrimination laws under FEHA which is Government Code Section 12940 protecting workers based on race, age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and pregnancy
- Whistleblower protection laws under under California Labor Code Section 1102.5 protecting workers who report illegal activity
- Family and medical leave laws under CFRA and FMLA protecting workers who take time off for health conditions or family needs. The U.S. Department of Labor’s FMLA page explains federal leave rights.
- Workers compensation laws under Labor Code Section 132a protecting workers who file injury claims
- Public policy as established by California courts through Tameny claims protecting workers who refuse to break the law or exercise their legal rights
If your employer fired you for any of these illegal reasons, you have a wrongful termination claim. A wrongful termination lawyer in Vallejo can help you understand whether your firing qualifies.
What Are Some Examples of Wrongful Termination?
Understanding specific examples of wrongful termination can help you recognize whether your situation qualifies for a claim.
Discrimination based wrongful termination
- Firing an older worker and replacing them with someone younger after comments about age
- Terminating a pregnant employee shortly after she announces her pregnancy
- Firing an employee of a certain race while keeping employees of other races who engaged in similar conduct
- Letting go of a disabled employee after they requested reasonable accommodation
Retaliation based wrongful termination
- Firing an employee one week after they reported sexual harassment to HR
- Terminating a worker who requested time off for cancer treatment
- Letting go of an employee who filed a wage claim with the Labor Commissioner
- Firing a worker who refused to falsify safety inspection records
Public policy violation based wrongful termination
- Firing an employee for refusing to commit perjury or falsify documents
- Terminating a worker who reported unsafe working conditions to Cal/OSHA
- Firing an employee who took time off to serve on a jury
- Terminating a worker who filed a workers compensation claim
Leave related wrongful termination
- Firing an employee immediately after they return from CFRA leave
- Terminating a worker who took pregnancy disability leave
- Letting go of an employee who requested intermittent leave for a chronic medical condition
How Do You Prove Wrongful Termination?
Proving wrongful termination requires evidence. Your lawyer will help you gather the evidence needed to show that your termination was illegal.
Types of evidence that prove wrongful termination
- Emails, text messages, or other communications showing discriminatory or retaliatory comments from supervisors
- Performance reviews that were positive before you engaged in protected activity and negative after
- Witness statements from coworkers who heard discriminatory comments or witnessed similar treatment
- Timing evidence showing you were fired shortly after reporting discrimination, taking leave, or engaging in other protected activity
- Company policies and handbooks showing what procedures your employer should have followed
- Personnel files showing your work history and any disciplinary records
- Statistics showing your employer treated employees of a certain race, age, or gender differently
The role of timing in wrongful termination cases
Timing is often the strongest evidence of wrongful termination. If your employer fired you within days or weeks of you reporting discrimination, taking medical leave, or filing a complaint, that timing strongly suggests the termination was retaliatory.
You do not need to have all this evidence before calling a lawyer. A wrongful termination lawyer in Vallejo can help you gather evidence and build your case. For guidance on documenting your case, see our what evidence do I need to sue my employer page.
What Compensation Can You Recover in a Wrongful Termination Lawsuit?
California law allows wrongfully terminated workers to recover significant financial damages. Unlike federal law, California has no cap on emotional distress or punitive damages.
Types of compensation available
- Lost wages and benefits known as back pay including all wages, bonuses, commissions, health insurance, retirement contributions, and other benefits you would have earned from the date of termination to the date of judgment
- Front pay which covers future lost wages if you cannot return to your former job because of hostility or because your position no longer exists
- Emotional distress damages providing compensation for anxiety, depression, humiliation, loss of sleep, and other psychological harm caused by the wrongful termination
- Punitive damages which are additional damages to punish your employer for malicious, fraudulent, or oppressive conduct
- Attorney fees and court costs which your employer pays if you win your case
- Reinstatement which means the court orders your employer to give your job back
Setareh Law Group has recovered over one billion dollars for California workers, including millions in wrongful termination and retaliation cases. See examples of wrongful termination settlements in California .
Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Termination Claims
Wrongful termination claims have strict deadlines. Missing your deadline permanently bars you from suing your employer.
Statute of limitations for different types of claims
- Wrongful termination in violation of public policy known as a Tameny claim has a 3 year deadline from termination date under Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1
- FEHA discrimination or retaliation claims require filing with the Civil Rights Department (CRD) within 3 years under Government Code Section 12960
- Whistleblower retaliation under Labor Code Section 1102.5 has a 3 year deadline from termination date
- Workers compensation retaliation under Labor Code Section 132a has a 1 year deadline from termination date
- Breach of employment contract claims have a 2 year deadline for oral contracts and 4 years for written contracts
How Can a Wrongful Termination Lawyer Help You?
A wrongful termination lawyer can handle every aspect of your case so you can focus on finding a new job and moving forward.
How a lawyer can help
- Evaluating your claim and determining whether your termination was illegal
- Gathering and preserving evidence including emails, texts, performance reviews, and witness statements
- Filing complaints with the CRD, EEOC, or Labor Commissioner
- Calculating the full value of your lost wages, emotional distress, and other damages
- Negotiating a settlement with your former employer
- Filing a lawsuit in court if a fair settlement cannot be reached
- Representing you at trial or arbitration
Wrongful termination cases are complex. Employers have lawyers. A wrongful termination lawyer in Vallejo can level the playing field and maximize your recovery.
What Could Happen if You Don't Hire a Wrongful Termination Lawyer?
Workers who handle wrongful termination claims on their own face significant risks.
Risks of going without a lawyer
- Missing critical deadlines that permanently bar your claim
- Failing to gather crucial evidence before it disappears
- Accepting a lowball settlement that does not cover all your damages
- Not knowing what evidence is needed to prove your case
- Being outmatched by your employer’s experienced legal team
- Signing a severance agreement that waives your right to sue
Having a lawyer significantly increases your chances of success and the amount you recover.
Local Resources for Wrongful Termination in Vallejo
Fact 1 The Solano County Superior Court Vallejo Courthouse at 321 Tuolumne St, Vallejo, CA 94590 handles civil employment cases for Vallejo and all of Solano County. The courthouse is located in downtown Vallejo.
Fact 2 The nearest DLSE Labor Commissioner office for Vallejo workers is located at 1515 Clay St, Suite 401, Oakland, CA 94612, approximately 30 miles from Vallejo. The California Labor Commissioner’s main page provides information on filing wage related retaliation claims.
Fact 3 Vallejo has a large healthcare workforce with over 5,000 workers employed at Kaiser Permanente and other medical facilities. Healthcare workers file wrongful termination claims at higher rates than most other industries.
Why Choose Setareh Law Group for Your Vallejo Wrongful Termination Case
- Over one billion dollars recovered for California workers since 1999, including wrongful termination, retaliation, whistleblower, and discrimination cases.
- 25 plus years of employment law experience. Founding attorney Chaim Shaun Setareh (Bar Number 204514) has practiced exclusively in employment law since 1999.
- Recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and CAALA.
- Licensed in all California federal courts, including the Eastern District of California which covers Vallejo.
- Spanish speaking staff available. Hablamos Español.
- Contingency fee means you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win or settle your case. If we do not recover for you, you owe us nothing for our time.
Areas We Serve Across California
Counties: Los Angeles | Orange County | San Diego | Riverside | San Bernardino | Ventura | Santa Barbara | San Francisco | Alameda | Contra Costa | Sacramento | San Joaquin | Fresno | Kern | Stanislaus | Tulare | Monterey | Santa Clara | and every other county in the state.
Cities: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Glendale, Pasadena, Irvine, Anaheim, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ontario, San Diego, Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Fremont, Sacramento, Bakersfield, Stockton, and hundreds more.
FAQ's: Wrongful termination lawyer in vallejo
What is wrongful termination under California law?
Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires an employee for an illegal reason such as discrimination, retaliation, or violation of public policy.
What are some examples of situations where I might need a wrongful termination lawyer?
If you were fired after reporting discrimination, taking medical leave, filing a workers comp claim, refusing to break the law, or complaining about unsafe conditions.
Who do you report wrongful termination to in California?
You may need to file with the Civil Rights Department (CRD) for discrimination or retaliation claims, or the Labor Commissioner for wage retaliation claims.
How do you prove wrongful termination?
Through evidence including timing, emails, texts, performance reviews, witness statements, and statistics showing different treatment.
How long does a wrongful termination lawsuit take?
Most cases take 12 to 24 months from filing to resolution. Many settle during mediation or after key depositions.
Can you get your job back in a wrongful termination lawsuit?
Yes. Reinstatement is a possible remedy, but many employees choose front pay instead of returning to a hostile workplace.
How can a wrongful termination lawyer help me?
A lawyer can evaluate your claim, gather evidence, file agency complaints, negotiate settlements, and represent you in court.
What could happen if I don’t hire a wrongful termination lawyer?
You risk missing deadlines, losing evidence, accepting a low settlement, or losing your case because you are outmatched by employer lawyers.
What questions should I ask when choosing a wrongful termination lawyer?
Ask about their experience, success rate, contingency fee, who will handle your case, and their approach to settlement versus trial.
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Contact us today:
📞 Phone: 310-888-7771
✉️ Email: help@setarehlaw.com
🌐 Address: 420 N Camden Dr, Beverly Hills CA, 90210
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Each case is unique, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Consult with a qualified California employment attorney to discuss your individual situation.
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