Employment & Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Pasadena, CA

Brock & Gonzales LLP represents Pasadena residents in workplace, discrimination, and injury cases with proven California trial experience. Our attorneys focus on employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage theft, and serious personal injury claims.

We prepare every case for trial, which often leads to stronger outcomes and meaningful justice for our clients.

If you live or work in Pasadena and need legal support, our team is ready to help.

Why Choose Brock & Gonzales LLP in Pasadena

• Trial attorneys with significant verdicts and settlements
• Millions recovered for California employees and injury victims
• FEHA expertise in discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases
• Wage and hour and class action experience for large scale violations
• Catastrophic injury and wrongful death representation
• Free consultations and no upfront fees
• Supported by our Los Angeles headquarters at 6701 Center Drive W Suite 610, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Employment Law Attorneys Serving Pasadena

California provides some of the strongest employee protections in the nation. Our Pasadena attorneys help workers enforce their rights and hold employers accountable.

Employment Discrimination Attorneys in Pasadena

The California Fair Employment and Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, disability, pregnancy, age, medical condition, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, and other protected categories. FEHA applies to employers with five or more employees and uses the substantial motivating reason standard to evaluate discriminatory intent.

Pasadena workers often face:

• Wrongful termination
• Demotions and discipline rooted in bias
• Denial of promotions
• Unequal job assignments or shifts
• Adverse actions after pregnancy or disability disclosure

We guide Pasadena clients through Civil Rights Department filings and right to sue procedures.

Sexual Harassment Lawyers in Pasadena

Sexual harassment is illegal when unwelcome conduct becomes severe or pervasive enough to create an abusive working environment. This includes comments, touching, sexual messages, propositions, or coercion. Quid pro quo harassment is also unlawful. Employers are strictly liable when supervisors engage in harassment and must act when coworkers do the same.

Cases we see in Pasadena include:

• Sexual comments or jokes
• Unwanted advances
• Explicit text messages or images
• Abuse of power by supervisors
• Retaliation after reporting harassment
• HR failing to investigate complaints

Whistleblower and Retaliation Claims in Pasadena

California Labor Code 1102.5 protects employees who report illegal activity or workplace misconduct. The Lawson decision strengthened these claims by requiring employees to show that protected activity was a contributing factor in the adverse action. Employers must then prove they acted lawfully using clear and convincing evidence.

Retaliation often appears as:

• Termination or forced resignation
• Targeted write ups
• Schedule reductions or shift changes
• Hostile treatment
• Punishment for reporting discrimination or wage violations

Wage and Hour Violations in Pasadena

We represent Pasadena workers facing wage violations and labor law abuse, including:

• Unpaid overtime
• Off the clock work
• Denial of meal or rest breaks
• Misclassification
• Unreimbursed business expenses
• Incorrect wage statements

California’s control test requires compensation for any time the employer exercises control over the worker, such as mandatory bag checks or procedures.

Missed meal and rest break premiums are legally considered wages, which can trigger waiting time and wage statement penalties.

We also represent Pasadena workers in wage and hour class actions involving systematic violations.

Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Pasadena

Our personal injury attorneys represent Pasadena residents who suffer harm due to negligence. Injury victims may recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and long term disability.

We handle:

• Car accidents
• Motorcycle and truck collisions
• Pedestrian and bicycle injuries
• Slip and fall incidents
• Unsafe property conditions
• Catastrophic injuries
• Wrongful death claims

Our firm has obtained significant results for clients across the state.

What to Do if You Believe Your Rights Were Violated

• Write down everything that happened
• Save emails, texts, schedules, and write ups
• Keep pay stubs and time cards
• Request your personnel file
• Avoid signing employer documents without legal advice
• Contact our Pasadena attorneys for a free consultation

Why Local Representation Matters in Pasadena

Pasadena hosts diverse industries including healthcare, education, engineering, municipal services, hospitality, and retail. These environments often lead to wage violations, retaliation, discrimination, and harassment claims.

Our attorneys understand the local employment landscape and the unique issues facing Pasadena workers.

We also represent injury victims involved in traffic collisions, unsafe property conditions, and serious accidents throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

Visit Our Los Angeles Office Serving Pasadena

Brock & Gonzales LLP

6701 Center Drive W Suite 610 Los Angeles, CA 90045

Serving clients in:

• Pasadena
• Altadena
• Glendale
• Burbank
• Eagle Rock
• San Gabriel Valley communities

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a right to sue letter for a discrimination claim?

Yes. FEHA requires employees to file a CRD complaint before filing a lawsuit.

What qualifies as sexual harassment?

Any unwelcome conduct based on sex that is severe or pervasive enough to interfere with work or create an abusive environment.

Can I pursue a claim while still employed?

Yes. Many Pasadena clients file claims while continuing to work.

Are unpaid break premiums considered wages?

Yes. Missed meal and rest break premiums count as wages and must appear on wage statements.

What damages can I recover in an injury case?

Medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and long term impairment.

Contact Our Pasadena Attorneys

If you live or work in Pasadena and believe your rights were violated or you were injured, Brock & Gonzales LLP is here to help. Contact our Pasadena attorneys today for a free and confidential consultation.