Fighting Workplace Discrimination Throughout California.

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Oakland Age Discrimination Attorney

Age discrimination cases are not easy wins. The legal counsel and representation of an experienced employment discrimination lawyer are key to pursuing justice. Since the onset of the Great Recession, age discrimination cases filed at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have held steady at a level that is 50 percent higher than historic levels.

Employers take significant legal precautions to avoid potential discrimination claims during promotion considerations, annual reviews, layoff periods and firings to ensure that age is not the obvious motivating factor in the case. Legitimate “business reasons” such as eliminating higher paid workers or promoting based on employee revenue production may mix with age discrimination.

The plaintiff bears the burden of proof in providing evidence that age discrimination was the motivating factor in the case, and it is increasingly difficult.

Employee Protection In California

All employees of employers who employ five or more people are entitled to protection under California employment discrimination law. We represent clients in any industry in the state, and we work tirelessly to develop a case capable of victory. We also represent contractors, union members and employees of nonprofit organizations under many circumstances. Our lawyers are prepared to help you recover damages and guide you in the repair of your career.

We Put Our Full Legal Resources Behind Our Clients

At Winer, Burritt, Scott & Jacobs, LLP, we are prepared to counter the legal barriers and sidesteps put to use by employers. Our team of experienced employment law attorneys has recovered more than $300 million for clients with injury and employment discrimination claims throughout California.

Our partner attorneys’ more than 60 years of combined legal experience is behind every employment discrimination case we take on. Our law firm charges no upfront fees, and we finance the full cost of litigation. We do not receive payment unless our clients obtain favorable settlement or verdict.

Contact Our Firm

Call (866) 506-1632 or contact us online for a free initial consultation with a Los Angeles-, San Francisco- or Oakland-based age discrimination lawyer.

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JOHN D. WINER JOHN D. WINER Trial Lawyer Emeritus, Partner

John is a renowned California litigator with over 40 years of experience, specializing in wrongful death, personal injury, employment litigation, and sexual abuse cases. He’s secured over $200M in verdicts, including a $7.1M award. A frequent lecturer, he’s recognized by Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Rating, and as a 2019 AIOPIA Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney.

ERIKA J. SCOTT ERIKA J. SCOTT Owner, Managing Partner

Erika specializes in workplace harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, sexual assault, and civil rights cases. Since rejoining in 2018, she has achieved a 99% success rate in hundreds of cases, excelling in trial and mediation. Her work includes a $13.5 million settlement for Berkeley High survivors. She is a respected advocate, featured in Bloomberg Law and NBC Bay Area.

KELLI D. BURRITT KELLI D. BURRITT Partner

Kelli excels in personal injury and employment law. She’s secured multi-million-dollar verdicts, including $1.35 million for medical malpractice. Leading the Los Angeles office, she advocates for victims of negligence and harassment. A Pepperdine Law graduate, Burritt is active in CAOC and CELA. Her lectures and client praise highlight her expertise and dedication, delivering justice with a client-focused approach.

ELANA R. JACOBS ELANA R. JACOBS Partner

Elana focuses on employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, sexual assault, and civil rights cases. Passionate about representing marginalized groups, especially women facing sexual harassment, she speaks Spanish to enhance client accessibility. Jacobs led a $13.5 million settlement for Berkeley High School survivors.

Significant Recoveries

$6,800,000 Four Young Boys Were Sexually Molested By A Male Teacher At Their Elementary School
$3,850,000 Female Plaintiff in Her Mid 20’s Sues Medical Supply Company for Sexual Harassment and Retaliation
$3,400,000 Two Female Employees to Settle Verbal Harassment and Intimidation Case Against National Cosmetics Company
$2,490,000 Three Women Sexually Harassed by Supervisors at Large Rental Company
$2,000,000 Two Filipino and Two Hispanic Employees Were Discriminated Against Based on Race
$1,423,000 Female Patient Wins in Sexual Abuse Case Against her Psychotherapist
If You Are Wronged, We Will Make It Right.

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