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For over two decades, the Law Firm of James Hawkins APLC has helped employees stand up to employers and large corporations. We understand the tactics companies use to avoid accountability, and we fight hard to protect your rights and secure justice. If you and your coworkers believe you have grounds for a class action lawsuit, our team can review your situation and guide you through the process. We handle a variety of employment-related class action cases, including:
Facing discrimination at work can be overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally draining. It can affect your confidence, sense of safety, and financial stability.
Were you fired by your employer? There are many situations where you may qualify as being wrongfully terminated.
When employers fail to pay employees fairly, we help workers protect their rights and recover the wages they’ve earned.
Are you being paid the appropriate overtime rate? Have you been asked to work off the clock?
Do you feel that your employer may not be providing you with the correct minimum wage?
Are you receiving proper meal & rest breaks? Are you aware of the amount of meal & rest breaks you should receive per shift?
One of the most common and costly employment law violations workers face is employee misclassification.
Employees have the right to work in a safe and healthy workplace.
Does your employer reimburse you for any out-of-pocket expenses your job requires to carry out the duties of your position?
Do you receive paid Holiday time? Do you receive paid sick time?
At James Hawkins APLC, we represent employees in California and Washington who have experienced unlawful workplace harassment.
Have you suffered financial loss from unfair or false business practices or been a victim of gift card fraud?
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious violation that can affect employees’ careers, mental health, and daily lives.
Below are the top questions we get asked about class actions and how the Law Office of James Hawkins APLC can help guide you through the process.
A class action is a lawsuit filed by one or more individuals on behalf of a larger group of people who have suffered similar harm, often at the hands of the same employer. Instead of each employee filing a separate lawsuit, the claims are combined into one case.
In federal court, class actions are governed by Rule 23 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, which requires:
Many wage-and-hour employment cases are also brought as “collective actions” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which allows workers to pursue unpaid wages and overtime on behalf of similarly situated employees.
James Hawkins APLC focuses on representing employees in employment-related class and collective actions. If you want to learn more about your rights or see if you qualify, reach out today for a free consultation.
The Law Office of James Hawkins APLC focuses on employment-related class and collective actions in California and Washington. Common cases include:
Laws like the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 exist to ensure fair pay, safe workplaces, and equal treatment. When employers fail to comply, and violations affect groups of employees, a class or collective action can help hold them accountable and recover unpaid wages and damages.
If you experienced the same workplace violation as other employees, such as unpaid overtime, missed breaks, or discriminatory policies, you may qualify. Our team can review your job duties, pay records, and employer practices to help determine eligibility. Reach out today to get started.
Think you may be eligible for a class action or have grounds to file one? Contact us today. Our team will listen to your story, review your case, and guide you on the best path forward to protect your rights and seek justice.