Pomona Employer Defense Attorney| Thomas S. Carter

Pomona Employer Defense Lawyer Thomas Salazar Carter effectively handles a wide range of employment disputes. When a business has been served with a lawsuit or legal claim from an employee, the situation needs to be dealt with appropriately due to the risk of it having a disruptive, devastating effect on business operations. Mr. Carter can protect your rights and the interests of the business. Defending corporate clients, management, and business owners, The Law Offices of Thomas S. Carter represents all sizes of businesses in federal and state courts. 

With experienced, insightful legal guidance, we protect clients from employment-based legal disputes, including those involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, compensation and termination issues. Our team can help you navigate these challenges so you can focus on your company’s operations. Representing clients in Pomona and throughout California, Employer Defense Attorney Thomas Carter fights vigorously defending client interests, attending to legal details and meeting court deadlines. Contact Mr. Carter by calling (909) 296-3360 to arrange a free consultation. He will learn about your situation, answer questions, and offer his analysis and next steps to resolve the matter.

Defending California Employee Lawsuits

Laws regulating employee matters have far-reaching concerns on every business. To maintain company operations, employers must stay up to date on numerous laws which pertain to employment matters, including:

Litigation of Employment-Related Lawsuits

Whether the legal claim is from a current employee or a former employee, the business should obtain guidance from an experienced employer defense lawyer to fight the lawsuit. Attorney Carter skillfully handles every stage of the case, including pretrial negotiations, post-trial appeals, and throughout litigation. Defending the rights of employers, we represent business clients in the full spectrum of legal matters, including those that follow.

Wage & Hour Issues

Employment disputes regarding compensation issues stem from the extremely complex calculations and technical rules that employers must follow when paying employees. Accurate timekeeping and variations in pay due to employee classification and status may also be involved in pay disputes. Employment Defense Lawyer Thomas Carter works to reduce employer liability, and he builds a solid defense against  lawsuits that involve wage and hour issues. These may include: 

• Independent Contractors
• Wage & Hour Disputes
• Employment Benefits
• Overtime Pay
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Waiting Time Penalty
• Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
• Severance Pay
• Misclassification
• Meal/Rest Breaks

Employment Discrimination Cases

A wide range of employee lawsuits stem from discrimination disputes. Employers are barred from using certain factors for decision-making purposes. These factors include race, gender, gender identity, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, and more. If your business is being sued for discriminatory practices, Pomona Employer Defense Attorney Thomas Carter will vigorously defend your interests. 

In addition, Mr. Carter works proactively with clients, offering advice and counsel to help employers provide workplaces that are fair and safe from employment discrimination. These matters may involve any of the following laws, including: 

• Disability Discrimination
• FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act)
• Equal Pay Act of 1963
• Employment Discrimination
• Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII
• Civil Rights
• FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Sexual Harassment
• Labor Code 1101 Sexual Orientation
• Workplace Discrimination

Defending Termination or Retaliation Claims

Employers are required to carefully follow the legal process when terminating employees. Similarly, employers cannot pursue retaliatory actions toward employees. In termination matters, there may be specific contracts or notices to execute prior to the termination. Employer Rights Lawyer Thomas S. Carter assists businesses to ensure the laying off or firing of employees is handled appropriately, avoiding risk or liability in wrongful termination lawsuits. When a business is targeted by a wrongful termination or retaliation claim, Mr. Carter can aggressively defend the company and build a strong defense. Wrongful termination lawsuits may involve:

• Workers Compensation
• 132a Claims
• Discrimination
• PAGA
• Retaliation
• Whistleblower Protection
• FMLA
• Employment Contracts
• Labor Commissioner Hearings

Effective Liability Prevention

Employee disputes and lawsuits have the potential to devastate a business. Our team helps employers prevent these issues by establishing preemptive measures. As an experienced Employer Defense Lawyer, Mr. Carter reviews company practices, identifies areas in need of strengthening, and encourages growth opportunities. 

Contact us for Employer Defense Issues

The Law Offices of Thomas S. Carter defends businesses of all sizes in employment law matters. Our Pomona Employer Defense Attorney has the thoroughness and depth of experience necessary to resolve employee-related claims. Call (909) 296-3360 and arrange a consultation. To reach us online, complete the Case Evaluation Form. 

Our team will arrange a meeting with you. Mr. Carter will ask about your situation and offer analysis and strategies that can safeguard your business interests.