Employment & Workers Comp Lawyers
specialized in representing Employees in Employment & Workers Comp Claims.
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SETTLEMENTS, VERDICTS, & AWARDS
Who We Are
At Employees First Labor Law | Employment & Workers Comp Lawyers, we fight for California workers who have been wrongfully terminated, discriminated against, harassed, retaliated against, underpaid, or injured on the job. We’re not a general practice — we’re laser-focused on employee justice, and we’ve built our reputation on delivering exceptional results for the people who need it most.
Our clients are workers from every background who’ve faced illegal treatment in the workplace — whether it’s discrimination based on race, gender, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, retaliation for speaking up, wage theft, sexual harassment, or a serious workplace injury. We know how overwhelming it can be when your livelihood is threatened — and we’re here to help you take back your power.
Our job is simple: win your case and restore your dignity. We understand the emotional toll of standing up to your employer, especially when your financial security is on the line. That’s why we approach every case with compassion, urgency, and strategic expertise. With deep experience in labor and workers’ compensation law, we’re committed to securing the best possible outcome for you — and making sure you feel supported every step of the way.
No Fee Unless We Win!
The legal team at Employees First Labor Law | Employment & Workers Comp Lawyers – has the experience, firepower, and resources to take on the biggest employers and the most complex cases — and win. Whether your matter is resolved through mediation, arbitration, or trial, we fight relentlessly to get you the compensation you deserve.
Since 2011, we’ve been trusted by thousands of California workers and have been part of hundreds of high-stakes cases resulting in over hundreds of millions of dollars in combined value. We don’t take shortcuts — and we don’t get paid unless we win.
Free, No Obligation Case Consultation
We pride ourselves in providing an exceptional no-cost, no-obligation case consultation for your matter. At a minimum we will review your case and provide substantive analysis as to the legal merits of your claim. If we can’t help you, we’ll let you know right up front and help you find someone who can.
Retaining Employees First Labor Law
After our initial meeting, the staff at Employees First Labor Law will provide you with a retainer agreement so that we can legally represent you in your labor law claim. Once this is executed, we will be your law firm. Prior to this no formal relationship will be made.
Zero Fee Guarantee
We are so confident in our ability that we stake our livelihood on it. If we taken on your case you won’t be liable for any legal fees, court costs,
or expert fees unless we win.
No Fee Unless We Win.
OUR ATTORNEYS
At Employees First Labor Law | Employment & Workers Comp Lawyers (EFLL), we are fighters for the working class — bold, relentless, and unapologetically on the side of employees. We don’t split our loyalty between workers and corporations. We represent employees only, because we believe in justice, accountability, and the power of standing up to abuse — no matter how big the employer.
Founded by a former corporate lawyer who left the boardroom to fight for real people, EFLL brings insider knowledge of how companies operate and how they try to get away with wage theft, retaliation, discrimination, and unsafe working conditions. We’ve built a powerhouse team of litigators, strategists, and trial attorneys who aren’t afraid to take on the toughest cases — and win.
From wrongful termination and whistleblower retaliation to serious workplace injuries, we take on every case with intensity, precision, and purpose. We’ve recovered millions for California workers — and we’re just getting started. If your employer thought they could get away with it, they haven’t met us.
Practice Areas
WORKERS' COMPENSATION
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Employment Law
WORKPLACE DISCRIMINATION
DISABILITY DISCRIMINATION
Mediation & Arbitration
Wage & Hour Violations
PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION
YOUR LABOR LAW & EMPLOYMENT CASE
If you’ve been wrongfully terminated, discriminated against, harassed, or injured at work, we realize that you probably have feelings of confusion and need some guidance. This is where we excel. We treat our clients as if they were family, ensuring that they know and understand each move we make in the case and how it affects the outcome. You are our top priority. If we take on your case, you will rave about our customer service.
Our COMMITMENT to you!
Our commitment to you to to ensure that we: (1) do everything possible to maximize the value of your claim, including hiring experts, case managers, and engaging outside services at no upfront cost to you, (2) ensure that we communicate with you at all critical points of your matter. We want you to know exactly what is going on in your case and why, and (3) to treat you like family and look after your best interest, always.
We believe that we must ensure your claims success in order for us to be successful. We routinely secure settlements in the high six figures and even above one million dollars and have taken cases to trial with several millions of dollars at stake. We look forward to showing you our commitment to you and your case.
⚖️ The EFLL Difference Workers First. Always.
We Fight for Employees — Only No employers. No compromises. Just real justice for workers.
Built for Trial We don’t bluff — We build every case like it’s going to court — and defense firms know it.
More Money in Your Pocket — We use California’s fee-shifting laws to force employers to pay your damages and our legal fees. That means we push for bigger settlements — while other firms settle cheap.
Insider Strategy — Led by a former in-house corporate lawyer, we know how the other side thinks — and how to beat them.
All-In-One Legal Team — Employment law and workers’ comp under one roof. Seamless strategy. Full protection.
Modern. Human. Responsive. — Real updates. Real people. Real results.
client Testimonials
The EFLL team is incredible. They did amazing on my case and defended myself and many others that were in terrible situations. They were professional, caring, showed concern, and answered all of my questions walking me through the case with intentionality. My life is honestly changed as a result of working with them and having the BEST attorneys. I am forever grateful!
Nicole B.
Employees First Labor Law is an absolute God Send. Their team are incredibly knowledgeable and kind. Jonathan, you’re the absolute best!! The EFLL are truly dedicated to what they do. 10/10 couldn’t recommend their help even more. Thank you again to the attorneys and staff .
Elia R.
Exceptional Trial Lawyers
With Over $100,000,000 Resolved Since 2012.
Jessica Galindo
Senior Paralegal
Jonathan P. LaCour, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Lisa Noveck, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Fred Galindo
Administrator
Oliver Rodriguez
Senior Manager
Amanda Thompson, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Jameson Evans, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Ben Twisk, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Adrian Flores
Senior Manager
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We Treat Clients Like Family
At Employees First Labor Law | Employment & Workers Comp Lawyers – you’re not just a case file — you’re family. From the moment you contact us, we treat you with the care, attention, and respect we’d want for our own loved ones. Every client is someone’s mother, father, sibling, or grandparent — and we never forget that. We believe in the golden rule: treat others the way you want your family to be treated. That’s why so many of our clients trust us not only with their own cases but also refer their friends and relatives to us. Over the years, we’ve proudly handled employment disputes, personal injury claims, workers’ comp matters, and more — all because clients felt heard, valued, and protected. If you’re looking for a legal team that fights hard and cares deeply, you’ll feel the EFLL difference from day one.
We Serve All of California
As a statewide labor, employment, and workers’ compensation law firm, Employees First Labor Law proudly serves workers across all of California. From San Diego to Sacramento, from the Central Valley to the Bay Area, our firm has successfully litigated cases in nearly every major jurisdiction — holding employers accountable in both rural and metropolitan venues.
Whether you’re in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, Kern, Alameda, Fresno, or beyond, we have the experience and resources to represent you. Wherever you are in California, you’ll be assigned a dedicated case manager, receive personalized attention, and benefit from the same aggressive, results-driven legal team working to secure the maximum compensation you deserve. Our headquarters is located in Pasadena, with offices in Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Riverside, Fresno, Irvine, and Pomona to better serve clients throughout the state. No matter where you live or work in California, we’re ready to fight for you.
What’s The Employees First Labor Law Difference?
The Employees First Labor Law Difference is in how we handle our clients after they’ve signed the retainer & we begin the prosecution of their claim. We have created a set structure of processes that allows us to maximize the value of your claim, & we ensure that every step of the way you know & understand what is happening in your case.
We find that many of our clients are going through the legal process for the first time, are confused about their rights and how to enforce them, & the nuances of labor law litigation. Our case managers are trained to ensure that we are sensitive to the harm that was caused to you, patient in explaining the best courses of action, & communicative so that you know what is going on in your matter at all times.
