Employment & Gig Economy Law

The law firm of Audet & Partners, LLP represents individuals and class members in a variety of employee-side claims, ranging from discriminatory hiring, firing and pay, to whistleblower/qui tam rights, to complex employment related business litigation. Over the years, the firm has represented individuals in privacy, retaliation and similar claims, and has obtained significant class and individual payments to its clients. Whether a state court action or one involving federal law, the firm has the expertise and the resources to file and pursue claims against the largest corporations in the world.

Audet & Partners, LLP’s employment litigation section works on overtime, salary, unpaid wages and related claims, as well as privacy rights and other worker protection. Whether an individual claim or class action case, the attorneys Audet & Partner, LLP can review your case without charge and provide you with the legal advice you may need to protect your rights.

In addition, Audet & Partners, LLP is able to assert claims on behalf of employees under California’s Private Attorneys’ General Act (“PAGA”).  In California, laws have been enacted that allow employees to sue employers for a wide range of employment-related legal violations.  Employment-based lawsuits brought under the California Private Attorneys’ General Act are different from lawsuits in which an employee directly sues his or her employer.  In a PAGA lawsuit, the employee is essentially stepping into the shoes of the California Attorney General to ensure fairness in the workplace.  Because in PAGA lawsuits employees are basically acting as a “stand-in” for the Office of the Attorney General, these lawsuits may be brought in California even if an employee has signed a mandatory arbitration agreement that would otherwise prevent the employee from directly suing his or her employer.

If you believe you have been denied wages by your employer, you can contact Audet & Partners, LLP for a free, confidential case evaluation either by completing and submitting the inquiry form on the right side of this page or by giving us a call at (800) 965-1461.

What are Employment Litigators?

Litigation is fighting a legal dispute within a court of law. This lengthy, arduous process requires skills, experience, and general know-how to provide a positive result for your employment litigation.

Hiring experienced attorneys for employment disputes is helpful for out-of-court negotiation, but once a case reaches the courts, you must hire employment litigators. Remember, all litigators are lawyers, but not all lawyers are litigators.

Our employment litigation attorneys fight for you to the finish, going all the way to court if necessary and ensuring that your California settlement is generous and you win what you deserve.

Types of Employment Lawsuits

California employers and employees must navigate a wide range of potential disputes. At Audet & Partners, we have experts in fighting cases ranging from discrimination in the workplace to persistent unsafe working practices.

Your labor is valuable, and we believe your rights should be protected. Some of the employment-related cases our practice tackles include: 

• • Discrimination – You are legally protected against all forms of discrimination, including age, gender, disability, race, and ethnicity. Defend your rights by lodging a claim with your employee dispute lawyer.
• • Unpaid Wages – Employers are legally bound to pay for your labor. Employment litigators ensure you are paid what you are owed.
• • Unpaid Benefits – Don’t let your employer take away the retirement and healthcare benefits you’ve earned. We’ll make sure you get everything that’s rightfully yours!
• • Workplace Harassment – Everyone deserves to feel safe in the workplace. Employment dispute lawyers emphasize your rights and ensure you receive the damages you are owed.
• • Privacy Rights – An employment litigation lawyer can secure a settlement if your personal space is violated or confidential information about you is leaked.

These are some of the cases our employment litigation law firm can fight on your behalf. Employment law in California and at the federal level is complex. Don’t fight it alone! Our labor litigation service can help you successfully secure compensation which may include physical and emotional damages, lost income, and punitive damage awards.

Audet & Partners, LLP has been on the forefront of protecting workers rights, and if you currently work for an entity that claims you are an independent contractor, you should contact our firm immediately to allow us to determine what rights you have and what you may be owed in terms of wages and other rights.

Gig-Economy Law

In recent years, Audet & Partners, LLP has amassed particular expertise representing workers with new “Gig Economy” companies  and the ins and outs of Gig law.  If you are a Gig Economy worker, the basic legal issue under the California Gig worker law involves whether your employer has properly (and legally) classified you as an independent contractor.  This classification has significant implications for your earnings.  Independent contractors are denied many of the legal protections and benefits provided to “employees.”

As experienced Gig Economy lawyers, we can provide a free, confidential consultation and advise whether you may have been improperly classified as an “independent contractor.”  If so, we may be able to assist you, for example, in recovering financial reimbursement for many of the work-related expenses you have been forced to pay out-of-pocket.

IIf you are or have been deemed an “independent contractor” with a  “Gig Economy” company and are interested in learning about your potential legal rights to specific benefits as an employer, you are urged to complete and submit our online questionnaire below as soon as possible. Schedule a consultation to receive legal advice regarding the current California Gig worker law and how this legislation impacts you.

What an Employment Litigator Offers

Labor litigation is complicated and requires the right skills and experience to win a case that reaches the inside of a courtroom.

Hiring employment litigators allows you to negotiate the complexities of arbitration in employment law, depositions, and the other stressful quirks of the legal system. We can increase your chances of winning your case, and we never leave compensation on the table.

At Audet & Partners, we are tenacious and will continuously pursue your case until you have received the maximum possible settlement. Without a lawyer, how do you know if you are getting a fair settlement?

Winning your maximum settlement requires an experienced legal partner. If you’re looking for the best possible outcome, hire a dedicated litigator to guide your case and minimize the stress of going through litigation proceedings.