For California workers
Fired unfairly? Harassed? Cheated out of wages? You have rights.
I've spent over a decade fighting employers and insurance companies for working people across California, and you'll always have my personal cell number. No fee unless we win.
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“After a three week trial, the jury awarded us $3 million. Justice prevailed for me because of Justin.”
$3,000,000
Verdict, wrongful termination and retaliation
No. 1
Riverside County employment verdict, 2023
5.0
Avvo client rating
The $3,000,000 verdict (Almada v. HHCare, LLC, 2023) was obtained with co-counsel Jared M. Irmas of Irmas Law APC. TopVerdict.com ranked it the No. 1 verdict in Riverside County for wrongful termination, labor and employment, and FEHA retaliation (opens in a new tab) and among the Top 20 labor and employment verdicts in California (opens in a new tab). Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its own facts.
Does this sound like you?
“They fired me after I spoke up.”
Wrongful termination and retaliation. California law protects you for reporting what's wrong, even if you were ‘at-will.’
Learn more →“My paycheck never adds up.”
Unpaid overtime, skipped breaks, missing reimbursements. Wage theft is illegal, and you can recover what you're owed.
Learn more →“Work has become unbearable.”
Harassment, discrimination, pregnancy pushed aside. You shouldn't have to endure it, and you don't have to quit to get help.
Learn more →Also: pregnancy rights, contract disputes, and personal injury of all kinds.
Free tools
Wondering what you’re owed?
Free calculators for California workers. If a result suggests you may be owed money, the consultation is free too.
Overtime Calculator
Estimate your daily, weekly, and double-time overtime under California law.
Open tool →Back Pay Calculator
Estimate the lost wages from a wrongful termination or unlawful job loss.
Open tool →Waiting Time Penalty Calculator
Estimate the penalty for a late final paycheck, up to 30 days of your pay.
Open tool →All six tools →Meet Justin
You'll have my personal cell, not a call center.
Former Los Angeles District Attorney's office. More than a decade fighting employers and insurance companies for working people. Every client gets my email and personal cell phone number. You will never wait days for a call back.
More about Justin →Straight answers
The questions almost everyone asks before they call.
What will this cost me?
Nothing up front. The consultation is free, and employment and injury cases are handled on contingency, so I only get paid if you recover.
Can my employer punish me for talking to a lawyer?
No. Retaliation for asserting your legal rights is itself illegal in California. Our conversation is private, and you don't have to quit your job to get help.
I'm not sure I even have a case.
Most people aren't. That's what the free case review is for. Tell me what happened and I'll give you an honest read, even if the answer is that you don't need a lawyer.
How long will my case take?
Every case is different. Many settle in months, some go to trial. Either way, I fight to get money in your pocket as fast as possible and keep you updated at every step.
Practice areas
How I can help
I represent California workers against employers and insurance companies. Choose an area to see what the law protects and what you may recover.
Employment Issues
The full range of California employment disputes, handled for workers, not employers.
Learn more about Employment Issues
Wrongful Termination
At-will doesn’t mean an employer can fire you for an unlawful reason.
Learn more about Wrongful Termination
Wage and Hour
Unpaid overtime, missed breaks, or a late final check, recovered with penalties.
Learn more about Wage and Hour
Harassment and Discrimination
Harassment and discrimination are illegal under FEHA. You don’t have to quit first.
Learn more about Harassment and Discrimination
Pregnancy Rights
Leave, accommodation, and your job back, among the nation’s strongest protections.
Learn more about Pregnancy Rights
Personal Injury
Injured by someone else’s carelessness? Take on the insurers with an advocate.
Learn more about Personal Injury
Retaliation and Whistleblower
Punished for speaking up? Retaliation can be a claim of its own.
Learn more about Retaliation and Whistleblower
Contracts and Severance
Before you sign a severance or non-compete, know what’s enforceable in California.
Learn more about Contracts and Severance
Workers' Compensation
Claims for workers hurt on the job, plus the retaliation and disability claims a comp case alone cannot reach.
Learn more about Workers' Compensation
Class Actions
Group claims for wage theft, misclassification, and layoffs without notice, brought for every worker the practice touched.
Learn more about Class ActionsClient reviews
In their words
Justin is a great attorney and he thoroughly explained the process of my case, step by step. He's very trustworthy and pays close attention to all information given. Justin is extremely knowledgeable and has a friendly demeanor. Anyone who hires Justin would be very lucky to have him on your side!
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Read on Avvo → (opens in a new tab)I was fortunate to have Mr. Silverman for my attorney. He is a professional lawyer who carefully listens and takes notes. His level of knowledge and commitment to the case was beyond my expectations. I could not have asked for more.
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Read on Avvo → (opens in a new tab)I am a client of Justin's and I have to say how professional, attentive, and diligent Justin was in handling my case. I appreciate the fact that I was kept informed of progress concerning my case and what to expect. My questions were answered and explained thoroughly. In addition to the professionalism, Justin has a kind and approachable demeanor. Thank you again for a great outcome Justin!
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Read on Avvo → (opens in a new tab)Attention to detail when handling my case!! I was amazed with the fact that he took all my information and never missed any facts during trial. He aggressively handled my case and I was happy with the results.
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Sherman Oaks, California 91403
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