Can Your Company Survive A Wage And Hour Class Action Lawsuit?
What steps is your company taking to prevent your entire workforce, past and present, from initiating a class action lawsuit for wage and hour violations? Will your management team be able to take timely, corrective action to reduce your company’s legal exposure and lessen the likelihood of litigation?
As an experienced class action defense lawyer, attorney Clifton E. Smith brings more than two decades of experience to wage and hour disputes. His background in human resources provides valuable insights for employers facing complex litigation.
Even though individual employee claims for unpaid wages might be insignificant, when these claims are included in a single class action lawsuit, the opposite is true. An employer’s financial exposure from a single class action lawsuit can be millions of dollars.
Claims That Can Be Included In A Class Action Lawsuit
Wage claims from independent contractors or salaried employees for misclassification; claims for missed meal periods and/or rest periods; claims for unpaid overtime wages or unpaid minimum wage – any or all of these claims can be part of a single class action lawsuit against your company.
Many aggressive plaintiffs’ law firms have turned wage and hour class action lawsuits into business. As a focused employment defense attorney at a dedicated employment law firm, CE Smith Law Firm never represents workers. Instead, the firm represents you, the employer. Here’s what you can expect:
- Vigorous legal representation during all phases of California class action litigation in either state or federal court
- Early case analysis and strategic guidance to evaluate the options for effective case management and resolution
- The establishment of thorough documentation to demonstrate compliance with California wage and hour laws
- Education and training to ensure your management team can recognize and comply with the requirements of California’s Labor Code and Wage Orders
If you’ve been threatened with a class action lawsuit, don’t wait. Contact CE Smith Law Firm to get started on a proven defense strategy to protect your rights as an employer.
Common Types Of Class Actions Employers Face
California employers may face various types of class action lawsuits, including:
- Discrimination claims based on protected characteristics
- Employee misclassification disputes
- Wrongful termination allegations
- Workplace harassment claims
- California Labor Code violations
- Equal pay violations
- PAGA representative actions
Attorney Smith’s extensive experience in both employment law and human resources enables him to address these complex matters effectively while protecting your business interests.
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Connect with the firm online or over the phone at 888-780-4541 to schedule your initial consultation.