ZAVALA LAW OFFICES, INC
Employment Law -- Personal Injury Law -- Civil Rights Law
Standing up for the rights of people against corporate greed
ABOUT US
Robert Zavala is a dedicated Civil Rights attorney who understands that injustice can take many forms. He is committed to fighting for the rights of employees who have been wrongfully terminated due to discrimination based on disability, race, national origin, sex, age, and pregnancy. He also represents victims of sexual harassment, and retaliation in the workplace. Robert Zavala is driven by a belief in the power of the civil rights justice system and is relentless in his pursuit of justice for his clients.
EDUCATION
U.C. Santa Cruz, B.A. in Business Economics.
U.C. Berkeley School of Public Policy.
U.C.L.A. Graduate Program for Film, T.V. & Digital Media.
J.D. in Law, Abraham Lincoln University, Los Angeles, CA.
LEGAL MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS
State Bar of California
U.S. District Court for Central District of California
CELA (California Employment Lawyers Association)
CAALA (Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles)
TRIAL LAWYERS UNIVERSITY
TRIAL BY HUMAN
LACBA (Los Angeles County Bar Association)
BHBA (Beverly Hills Bar Association)
association of counsel
we advance all costs-zero feeS UNLESS WE WIN
We guarantee that you won’t have to pay any attorney’s fees or costs if your case is unsuccessful.
No hidden fees, no hidden conditions. Call us for a free, confidential case evaluation.
Unlike many other firms, we are available 24/7. We are available in person, over a ZOOM video meeting, or over the phone.
PRACTICE AREAS OF LAW
wrongful Termination
- due to DISABILITY
- due to taking FMLA/CFRA LEAVE
- due to taking MEDICAL LEAVE
- Reporting SEXUAL HARASSMENT
- due to SEX/PREGNANCY
- due to AGE DISCRIMINATION
- due to RACE/NATIONAL ORIGIN
- due to WHISTLE BLOWER
- due to Filing a Worker's Comp Claim
Defamation
wrongful Termination
- False Accusations of Job Abandonment
- False Accusations of Fraud
- Negative Job Performance
- Insubordination
- Misconduct
disability Discrimination
- for taking MEDICAL LEAVE
- for taking FMLA/CFRA LEAVE
- for requesting WORK RESTRICTION ACCOMMODATIONS
- EMPLOYERS FAILURE TO PROVIDE AN INTERACTIVE PROCESS
- EMPLOYERS FAILURE TO PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS __________________________________
- One of the most common illegal actions employers engage in is terminating an employee at the conclusion of 12 weeks of FMLA/CFRA leave. At the conclusion of this leave, employers have an obligation to engage in the interactive process to determine if the employee's leave should be extended as a reasonable accommodation.
age/Race/National Origin Discrimination
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AGE DISCRIMINATION Over 40
Refusing to Hire or Firing
Different terms of employment Offensive comments or verbal abuse.
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RACE DISCRIMINATION
Refusing to Hire or Firing
Different terms of employment
Racial comments or verbal abuse. __________________________________ -
NATIONAL ORIGIN DISCRIMINATION
refusing to Hire or Firing
Different terms of employment
Offensive comments or verbal abuse.
sexual harassment
- Sexual assault / unwelcome touching at work
- Hiring or Promotions for sexual acts ("quid pro quo")
- Sexually offensive comments or degrading words
- Sexual advances or propositions, physically or verbally
- Hostile Work Environment Sexual Harassment
- Visual harassment by displaying sexually explicit objects, cartoons or pictures.
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Retaliation for filing a sexual harassment complaint.
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Pregnancy Discrimination
- PREGNANCY DISABILITY LEAVE
- BABY BONDING LEAVE for both wife and husband
- FMLA/CFRA LEAVE
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FAIR EMPLOYMENT AND HOUSING (FEHA) DISABILITY LAW
___________________________________ - Together these laws allow for up to 7 months leave for a pregnancy related disability and even more if the disability qualifies for continued leave as a reasonable accommodation.
employer Retaliation
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FAIR EMPLOYMENT AND HOUSING ACT. Gov. Code 12940
It is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to terminate an employee because he/she filed a complaint, testified, or assisted in in any proceeding brought under FEHA. _________________________________ -
LABOR CODE 1102.5 Whistleblower retaliation. Any claim related to complaints about potential unlawful conduct or workplace health/safety concerns or refusal to engage in such conduct.
__________________________________ - CALIFORNIA FAMILY RIGHTS ACT Gov. Code 12945.2 Retaliation during or following a family or medical leave or a request for such leave.
Civil Rights Law
- DISCRIMINATION IN THE WORK PLACE
- HATE CRIMES
- POLICE BRUTALITY
- VIOLATIONS OF SEIZURES AND SEARCHES
Wage/Hour violations
- OVERTIME PAY
- MINIMUM WAGE PAY
- MISCLASSIFICATION
personal Injury Law
- UBER & LYFT ACCIDENTS
- VEHICLES & MOTORCYCLE CRASHES
- CATASTRPHIC INJURIES
- HEAD, NECK AND SPINE INJURIES
- BROKEN BONES
- DOG BITES
- PREMISES LIABILITY
- WRONGFUL DEATH
- RIDESHARE ACCIDENTS
real estate/Business Law
- BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS BREACH OF CONTRACT
- HOME SALES TRANSACTIONS
- COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SALES TRANSACTIONS
- HOME PURCHASE TRANSACTIONS
- COMMERCIAL PROPERTY PURCHASE TRANSACTIONS
- ESCROW VIOLATIONS
- BROKER/AGENT PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE
- FRAUD & NON DISCLOSURE
- FRIVOLOUS/BAD FAITH CLAIMS AGAINST YOU and/or YOUR COMPANY DEFENSE
our mission
BEND THE ARC OF THE MORAL UNIVERSE towards justice
ONE CASE AT A TIME
about our law offices
At Zavala Law Offices, Inc., we are committed to providing representation for employees across all industries, professions, and employment levels. We are dedicated to educating our clients on their rights, giving them the tools to assert their interests, and advocating in their corner. We take great pride in our unique approach to handling cases related to employment, personal injury, and civil rights law.”
we represent people against corporations
At our firm, we are dedicated to using our time, legal expertise, and resources to defend the rights of everyday individuals against powerful corporations and insurance companies that prioritize profit over people. We firmly believe in leveling the playing field and standing up for those who may not have a voice
no fee$ unle$$ we win your ca$e
At Zavala Law Offices, Inc, we believe that everyone deserves to have top-quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we only take on cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that clients will not be charged an hourly rate for our services and will only pay if the case is successful. This eliminates the added stress of worrying about attorney fees and costs. Our team will handle every aspect of the case and keep clients informed and updated throughout the process. We will conduct a thorough investigation, gather evidence, identify responsible parties, and take depositions if necessary. Should the case go to trial, we will present not only the legal but also the human story of the case to the jury. We will also consult experts to determine economic and non-economic damages and their future impact on the client’s life.”
core values
Client Focused Core Values
At our firm, we are highly selective in the cases we take on, ensuring that we have a 100% belief in our client’s case to commit the necessary legal skill, time, and resources for success. We believe in fully understanding our client’s unique situations and priorities to ensure that our legal services align with their goals and objectives. Our number one priority is always to fight for our client’s best interests, this is the foundation of our approach in every case. We keep our clients informed and involved in the case at all significant stages, valuing transparency and communication. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and excellence.
legal problem solvers
At our firm, we approach each case as a problem to be solved for our clients. We employ our legal acumen and creativity to develop custom solutions tailored to the specific needs of the individual. Whether through collaboration, negotiation, mediation, counseling, or aggressive litigation, we are committed to utilizing all available means to defend our client’s rights and advocate for their best interests.
ZAVALA LAW OFFICES, INC
Employment Law - Personal Injury Law - Civil Rights Law
Standing up for the rights of people against corporate greed
213.403.5288 FAX
1541 Ocean Ave. Suite 200 Santa Monica CA 90401
Robert@Zavalaw.com
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ZAVALA LAW OFFICES, INC
Employment Law - Personal Injury Law - Civil Rights Law
Standing up for the rights of people against corporate greed
