Case Results

$875,000

Settlement—Disability and CFRA Discrimination/Retaliation

$461,000

Judgment— Breach of Employment Contract/Unpaid Wages

$475,000

Judgment after Jury Verdict and Bench Trial—Independent Contractor Misclassification

$245,000

Settlement—Wage and Hour/PAGA Action on Behalf of Resident Managers

$212,000

Settlement—Disability Discrimination and Failure to Accommodate Disability

$200,000

Settlement—Individual Resident Manager Wage and Hour Action

$150,000

Settlement—Wage and Hour Action Involving Resident Manager Couple

$150,000

Settlement—Disability Discrimination/Retaliation

$142,000

Settlement—Pregnancy Discrimination/Independent Contractor Misclassification

$140,000

Settlement—Age/Disability Discrimination

$127,000

Settlement—Age/Gender Discrimination/Retaliation

$125,000

Settlement—Wage and Hour/PAGA Action on Behalf of Resident Managers

*Past case results do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter. Every case is distinguishable by its own facts, application of law, and damages.

Employment Law Attorney

Protecting Employee Rights In The Workplace Throughout California


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At the Leichter Law Firm, APC, we can help. We understand that job-related problems are stressful. Our first concern is you. During our free, confidential initial consultation, we will listen to you, inform you of your legal rights, and provide options for your situation. We will work for you to obtain the best results possible.

Welcome to the Leichter Law Firm

Welcome to Leichter Law Firm, APC, your premier employment law firm in Los Angeles, California. Our firm is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation to employees in all aspects of employment law. Our attorney has extensive experience in handling a broad range of employment disputes, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, and retaliation claims.

We are a trusted source for experienced legal counsel in California employment law. Our dedicated attorney is experienced and committed to providing top-notch representation to employees facing workplace disputes and injustices. We understand the severity and complexity of employment and labor law in California. Our California employment lawyer provides a full range of legal services to help employees navigate the complexities of California employment law, from pre-litigation counseling to aggressive representation in court.

Protecting Employee Rights – Your Employment Matters


Our Employment Law Attorney in California is dedicated to helping employees protect their rights in the workplace. We understand the complex and evolving nature of California employment law, and we are committed to providing the highest quality legal services to our clients.

We apply our legal skills for the benefit of employees at all levels. No matter what your position, our experienced employment law firm is ready to discuss your employment law matter and explain how we can help. We defend employees’ rights and fight against employment discrimination and harassment based on race, age, gender, or sexual orientation. Our firm is also committed to protecting and defending retaliation cases and whistleblower employees who report their employer’s illegal actions and were then fired, demoted, or otherwise punished. In addition to wrongful termination cases, we handle issues involving wage and hour claims and employee classification, and independent contractors.

At Leichter Law Firm, we understand the impact that workplace disputes can have on employees and employers alike. That is why we are committed to resolving these disputes as quickly and efficiently as possible. Our attorney works closely with clients to understand their unique circumstances and develop customized solutions to meet their needs. Whether you are an employee who has been wrongfully terminated or you are suffering from a hostile work environment, we have the experience and resources to help.

When you come to our Los Angeles office, we will take the time to understand your concerns. We will explain your options and work to ensure that you understand the relative merits of selecting any course of action. After our first meeting, you will leave our office with a full explanation of your legal rights and possible options. During your case, we attempt to minimize your stress by keeping you informed of the status of your ongoing case. To that end, we are responsive to any questions and phone calls that you, as our client, may have.

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Getting Results for Our Clients Throughout the State of California


In every employment law case, we apply our experience, knowledge, and skills to achieve timely, satisfactory resolutions. We negotiate with employers, file administrative claims, and undertake lawsuits with the goal of bringing about justice, reform, and compensation for wronged employees. Let us prove it to you.

Our California Employment Lawyer is extensively experienced in employment law and has a proven track record of success in representing employees in a variety of disputes, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour violations, and more. We have the experience and knowledge to handle even the most complex cases, and we are committed to fighting for our clients’ rights.

Our Labor Lawyer Offers a Full Range of Legal Services

Our California Employment Law Attorney has extensive experience representing clients in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, technology, finance, entertainment, and more. We understand the unique challenges faced by employees in different industries, and we are dedicated to providing tailored solutions to meet our clients’ needs.

As Labor Lawyer in California, Aryeh Liechter understands the complexities of labor law and is committed to helping employees navigate the complexities of labor law in California. Leichter Law provides a full range of legal services to help employees with labor disputes, from pre-litigation counseling to aggressive representation in court.

Our Labor Lawyer Can Handle Every Aspect of Your Case

Our attorney will work with you on your case from the beginning to the very end. We are here to support you, as we know employment litigation can be overwhelming. As a leading employment law firm in Los Angeles, we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of legal services to meet the needs of our clients. Our practice areas include:

  • Employment Discrimination based on a legally protected category such as race, gender, or age. Our attorney is experienced in handling a wide range of discrimination claims, including those based on race, gender, age, disability, and national origin. We work diligently to ensure that our clients receive the compensation they deserve for the harm they have suffered.
  • Workplace Harassment, such as sexual harassment or a hostile work environment. We are dedicated to fighting against sexual harassment in the workplace. Our attorney has successfully represented clients in a variety of sexual harassment claims, including quid pro quo harassment, hostile work environment, and retaliation claims.
  • Employment Law Rights with claims relating to retaliation, whistleblower claims, family and medical leave, reasonable accommodations for disabilities, disability retaliation claims, overtime and wage disputes, rest and meal break violations, independent contractor claims, and contract disputes. Our attorney ha extensive experience in handling wage and hour disputes, including unpaid overtime, meal and rest break violations, and minimum wage violations. We work tirelessly to ensure that our clients receive the compensation they are owed. Retaliation in the workplace is illegal. If you have been retaliated against for reporting discrimination or harassment, our attorney can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

While we handle individual claims, we also represent groups of people facing violations of their rights. It is unfortunately common that when an employer violates one employee’s rights, it is likely happening to other employees, as well. If you are seeking to bring a collective class action case, Leichter Law is ready for your case.

Attorney Aryeh Leichter Will Fight For You

Mr. Leichter was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He moved to New York for his undergraduate degree and law degree and returned to Los Angeles to pursue his passion for practicing employment law. The Leichter Firm was founded specifically to serve clients and provide direct benefits in their cases. Attorney Aryeh Leichter is who you want on your side when you are facing an employment law case

Frequently Asked Questions For Employment Law In California

Under California labor laws, non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay at one and a half times their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 8 in a workday or 40 in a workweek. Additionally, employees are entitled to double their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 12 in a workday and for hours worked beyond 8 on the seventh consecutive workday in a workweek.

Retaliation against employees for reporting workplace misconduct is generally prohibited by law. In Los Angeles, as well as throughout California, the California Labor Code and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) provide protections against retaliation for employees who report or oppose illegal activities or workplace misconduct, such as discrimination, harassment, or other violations of labor laws. If you experience retaliation for reporting workplace misconduct, you may have legal remedies available to you.

In Los Angeles, as in the rest of California, employers generally have the right to require drug testing under certain circumstances. However, the specific rules and requirements for drug testing vary depending on factors such as the type of job, safety considerations, and the employer’s policies. Generally, pre-employment drug testing is more common than random or ongoing drug testing.

You would want to contact an employment lawyer if you have an issue with any of the following:

  • Wrongful termination or unfair dismissal
  • Workplace discrimination or harassment
  • Wage and hour disputes, such as unpaid wages, overtime violations, or misclassification
  • Employment contract review or negotiation
  • Retaliation for whistleblowing or reporting illegal activities
  • Violations of leave rights, such as Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or California Family Rights Act (CFRA) rights
  • Severance package review or negotiation

Yes, there are laws in place to protect LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace throughout California. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibits discrimination and harassment based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. It also requires employers to provide equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations to LGBTQ+ employees.

You should review your employee contract to see if there was any violation. You will want to document any details that pertain to your termination – this includes emails, performance evaluations, and witness statements. After that you should contact a Los Angeles employment lawyer to help you understand the employment laws and help you file a complaint.

While independent contractors have fewer employment rights compared to employees, they still have legal protections in certain areas. For example, independent contractors are protected against discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics, such as race, gender, religion, and others. They are also protected from retaliation for engaging in protected activities, such as reporting violations of the law.

Workplace discrimination refers to unfair treatment or unfavorable actions taken against an individual or a group of individuals based on their protected characteristics. In California, protected characteristics include race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and military or veteran status.

You should first contact your former employer to ensure that there wasn’t an error. You will want to do this in an email to keep a paper trail of the conversation. If they still refuse to give you your final paycheck you will want to file a wage claim and contact an employment lawyer.

Being an at-will employment state means that, in general, either the employer or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any lawful reason, or for no reason at all, without incurring liability.

Meet the attorney


Aryeh Leichter, Esq. Attorney

Mr. Leichter is a native Californian, who attended New York universities for his undergraduate and graduate degrees. He earned his Bachelors’s Degree (Summa Cum Laude) in finance from Yeshiva University and his law degree from Fordham Law School.

Providing a Clear Understanding of Your Legal Rights and Options


Employment issues are extremely important in people’s lives. Getting a job, keeping a job, receiving a promotion, or negotiating a severance or retirement package are all significant events for any employee. When things go wrong, it can be a very stressful event affecting all facets of a person’s life. While a job is generally 40 hours out of anyone’s week, it has the ability to impact the rest of your time outside of that work week, as well. Whatever the issue, your employment situation strongly affects your family, your living situation, and your future plans.

Our Labor Law Attorney in California has experience representing clients in a wide range of industries and is dedicated to providing tailored solutions to meet clients’ needs. We understand the unique challenges faced by employees in different industries, and we are committed to fighting for their rights.

At Leichter Law Firm, APC, we are committed to providing exceptional legal representation to our clients. We understand that employment disputes can be stressful and overwhelming, which is why we strive to make the process as easy and straightforward as possible. Our legal team is dedicated to keeping our clients informed throughout the legal process, and we are always available to answer any questions they may have. If you are facing an employment law issue, do not wait to get the legal help you need. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our experienced attorney. We are here to help you navigate the complex legal system and achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

If you have questions about employment law or think you need legal help with something your employer is doing or did, you should speak with an experienced employment lawyer as soon as possible.

For high quality legal representation and responsive client service, contact an employment law attorney at the Leichter Law Firm, APC today. From our downtown Los Angeles law office, we handle employment cases throughout California. Please call 818-915-6624 or email us today.

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