Employer Defense Attorney in San Diego

Are you searching for an experienced employer defense attorney in San Diego?  The Watkins Firm has more than four decades of successful employer defense experience.  We represent employers in administrative or "informal" hearings, disputes, PAGA actions, mediation, arbitration and all steps involved in litigation.  Our stellar track record in trial...

Employer Defense for Retaliation Claims

The Watkins Firm has the experienced and proven track record of success with employer defense for retaliation claims by employees or outside agencies.  Retaliation is an issue that is addressed by federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, as well as California's commercial code.  When is a San Diego employer at...

Employer Defense Begins With the Employee Handbook

The business attorneys for employers at the Watkins Firm can tell you that successful employer defense begins with the employee handbook and is backed up by consistent application of the policies and procedures and thorough documentation. Prevent Disputes and Lawsuits with Your Work Force A San Diego employer can prevent...

Consistent Policies for the Discipline of Employees

San Diego employers should have consistent policies for the discipline of employees and pay close attention to managerial communications throughout the disciplinary process.  A checklist is often the best place to start and another form of documentation for the file. Do you Have an Employee Entering the Discipline Process? We...

San Diego 2024 Minimum Wage Rates

There are new Minimum Wage rates for San Diego in 2024 and minimum wage rates across the State of California.  There is a minimum wage rate for those businesses who are physically located (and the work is being performed) within the city limits of San Diego. The 2024 minimum wage...

Unpaid Overtime Employer Defense in San Diego

Are you searching for unpaid overtime employer defense in San Diego or Southern California?  How can an employer remain current and compliant with overtime laws in San Diego?  Recent modifications have brought a rapid change in employer related laws and regulations in federal, state and local statutes. Our Recent Podcast...

How Does an Employer Get Sued in San Diego

How does an employer get sued in San Diego or anywhere in California?  California is, by far, the hardest and most complex state in the US in which to be an employer.  It may seem like all of the cards in the deck favor the worker but the “lawyer for...

San Diego Employers Can Avoid Pregnancy Discrimination

San Diego employers can avoid pregnancy discrimination disputes and lawsuits through a bit of knowledge and clear policies.  What does an employer in Southern California need to know about the Pregnancy Discrimination Act or PDA.  What does the law say about a worker who becomes pregnant or may become pregnant?...