Treated unfairly at work? We hold employers accountable.
The Law Offices Of Scott A. Miller, APC represents employees throughout California facing discrimination, wage theft, and misconduct on the job — including by law enforcement in the workplace.
Employment claims we handle
Every case below is a distinct legal claim under federal and California law. We evaluate your situation across all of them, because employers rarely break just one rule.
Disability discrimination
ADA · FEHA (Cal. Gov. Code § 12940)Denied a reasonable accommodation, forced out after a diagnosis, or terminated for taking medical leave you were entitled to.
- Denied a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition
- Terminated shortly after requesting or returning from medical leave
- Subjected to demeaning comments about a disability
Age discrimination
ADEA · FEHAPassed over, demoted, or let go in favor of younger workers after years of solid performance, often disguised as a "restructuring."
- Laid off in a reduction that mostly affected older workers
- Passed over for promotion in favor of a less experienced, younger colleague
- Pressured to retire or accept a buyout you didn't want
Sexual orientation discrimination
Title VII (Bostock) · FEHAHarassed, denied benefits, or terminated because of your sexual orientation or gender identity.
- Harassed or mocked because of your sexual orientation or gender identity
- Denied spousal or partner benefits available to other employees
- Outed to coworkers or supervisors without your consent
National origin discrimination
Title VII · FEHATreated differently because of your accent, ancestry, or country of origin — from disparate discipline to workplace harassment.
- Mocked or disciplined for an accent or limited English proficiency
- Denied opportunities based on assumptions about immigration status
- Steered into lower-paying roles based on ethnicity or origin
Wage & hour violations
FLSA · California Labor CodeUnpaid overtime, missed meal and rest breaks, misclassification as exempt or as a contractor, and improper deductions from pay.
- Required to work off the clock before or after shifts
- Automatically deducted meal breaks you didn't actually take
- Misclassified as exempt or a contractor to avoid paying overtime
Police misconduct in the workplace
42 U.S.C. § 1983 · California civil rights lawDetained, searched, or subjected to force by law enforcement while on the job, or retaliated against by your employer for reporting it.
- Detained or searched by police called to your workplace without cause
- Subjected to excessive force during a workplace incident
- Employer retaliation for cooperating with a misconduct investigation
Whistleblower protection
Cal. Labor Code § 1102.5 · federal whistleblower statutesDemoted, disciplined, or fired for reporting a legal violation, refusing to break the law, or cooperating with an investigation into your employer's conduct.
- Reported safety violations, fraud, or illegal conduct to a supervisor or agency
- Refused to participate in conduct you reasonably believed was unlawful
- Disciplined shortly after testifying or cooperating with an investigation
Workers' compensation retaliation
Cal. Labor Code § 132aInjured on the job and then demoted, disciplined, or fired for filing a workers' compensation claim or requesting accommodations while you recovered.
- Terminated shortly after reporting a workplace injury or filing a claim
- Demoted, reassigned, or had hours cut after seeking workers' comp benefits
- Denied light-duty work or accommodations available to other injured employees
Workers' compensation injuries
California Labor Code, Division 4Injured on the job? We help employees navigate the workers' compensation process and pursue the medical care and benefits they're entitled to.
- Hurt in an on-the-job accident, repetitive strain, or workplace exposure
- Claim delayed, denied, or undervalued by your employer's insurer
- Need help securing medical treatment or temporary/permanent disability benefits
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What working with us looks like
A direct line to your attorney, a clear-eyed assessment of your case, and no cost to find out where you stand.
Free consultation
Your first conversation with us costs nothing and carries no obligation.
No fee unless we win
We take employment cases on contingency, so pursuing your claim doesn't cost you upfront.
Direct attorney access
You work directly with the attorney handling your case, not a rotating cast of case managers.
Based in Westlake Village
Serving Ventura County, Los Angeles County, and clients throughout California.