The Furstenthal Law Office has handled cases involving serious injuries as a result of collisions, SUV rollovers, drunk driving, head-on collisions, texting while driving, among others. If you or a loved one has been injured, you need to protect your rights.
Wrongful Death
The loss of a loved one is a devastating event that can have far-reaching emotional and financial repercussions. When an accident caused by the negligence of others results in the death of a loved one, it is important to understand your rights to obtain compensation for your losses. Seeking the advice of an experienced Contra Costa County wrongful death lawyer is critical to protecting those rights.
Workers' compensation benefits do not apply to injured railroad workers, or to surviving family members in the event of a fatal injury accident. In the recent past, John Furstenthal has been successful in representing injured employees of Union Pacific Railroad, Amtrak and BNSF. No matter how you were injured — slip-and-fall, equipment failure, derailment or crash — no matter who you work for or how your accident happened, attorney John Furstenthal will aggressively protect your rights at all times.
Wrongful Termination
While it is possible for an employer in California to fire an employee at any time, without giving a reason, at will employment does not mean they can fire an employee for any reason. There are several circumstances where an employer cannot terminate an employee. At the Furstenthal Law Office, our Contra Costa County Wrongful Termination Lawyer fights for Northern California workers who have been terminated for...
Employment Discrimination
Is your manager or supervisor making your life miserable at your job? Does the situation have you considering quitting altogether? Lafayette employment discrimination lawyer John Furstenthal, founder of the Furstenthal Law Office, Inc., has successfully handled a number of employment discrimination and harassment claims throughout his career.
Employment Contract
Negotiating an employment contract is a critical element to protecting the interests of California employers and employees alike. Whether you are a business owner, an employee or an executive who is entering an employment agreement, you want a clear understanding of your rights and obligations.
Employment Litigation
Employment issues are extremely important in people’s lives. Getting a job, keeping a job, receiving a promotion, or negotiating a severance or retirement package are all significant events for any employee. When things go wrong, it can be a very stressful event affecting all facets of a person’s life. Whatever the issue, your employment situation strongly affects your family, your living situation, and your future plans.
Non-compete Agreement
Severance Agreement
Employment contracts: Attorney Furstenthal will make sure that a breach of your employment contract does not go overlooked. In addition, he can help you negotiate severance, higher pay and extensions of your agreement. Severance agreements, trade secrets agreements and noncompetition clauses are also part of his practice.
Sexual Harassment
Have you been treated unfairly or harassed on the job because of your sexual orientation or gender? Have you been hesitant to do anything about it, out of fear of retaliation or embarrassment? You are not alone. Sexual harassment in the workplace is an all to common action. Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), any harassment involving sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions is considered illegal.
If you or a loved one have suffered an injury as a result of another person’s negligence, you need to speak with a leading Contra Costa County Personal Injury Lawyer. Personal injury cases demand expert legal representation because cases of this nature are so difficult to litigate. Most serious injury victims do not have the legal background or training to successfully represent their case on their own. For this reason, personal injury victims need advice and guidance from a qualified Northern California Personal Injury Attorney.
Medical Malpractice
In his career, John Furstenthal has become an expert in employment law. He has also handled numerous cases involving injuries, housing discrimination, medical malpractice, contract disputes, and FELA/railroad cases. He handles all phases of the case to ensure the best possible outcome.