Free Case Evaluation

What's your name? *

I want to know what to call you, and run conflict checks.

First Name

Last Name

What’s the best, personal phone number to reach you? *

Work phones can sometimes be monitored, so using your personal phone helps keep things private. If you provide your mobile number, that means you’re okay with McCarthy Law texting or calling you about appointments and case updates. Message and data rates may apply. Learn more at: https://www.californiaemploymentlawfirm.com/terms-and-conditions

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How would you like us to contact you in the future? *

We try to communicate in the way that makes the most sense. Quick updates typically come by text. We send important advice and documents by email. If we need to talk things through, we typically schedule a video chat, or call.

Call me

Text me

Email me

Where were you physically doing your work most of the time? *

The laws that protect you typically depend on where you were physically working—not just where your employer’s offices are. If you were mainly working outside California, I probably can’t help.

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

When did you start working for this employer? *

Knowing when you started helps me understand how long you worked there, which can affect what legal protections apply to your situation.

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Are you still working for this employer? *

Helps me understand where things stand and what options might be available for your situation.

Yes, I’m still working there.

No, I was fired.

No, I was laid off.

No, I quit.

Do you think your employer treated you badly or fired you because you… *

Check any that apply. It’s okay if you’re not sure.

Asked for a medical leave or time off

Requested changes at work because of a disability or medical condition (a “reasonable accommodation”)

Spoke up about illegal or unethical practices

Reported unsafe working conditions

Raised concerns about patient safety (for healthcare workers)

None of the above

Do you believe you were harassed or treated unfairly at work because of any of these reasons? *

Check all that apply. It’s okay if you’re not sure.

Age (40 or older)

Physical or Mental Disability

Medical Condition or Genetic Information

Sex (including pregnancy or related conditions)

Reproductive Health Decisions

Sexual Orientation

Gender Identity or Gender Expression

Race or Color

Ancestry or National Origin

Religion or Religious Beliefs

Marital Status

Veteran or Military Status

Other Reason You Believe Was Protected Under the Law

No, none of these apply to me.

Did any of the following happen to you personally while working for this employer? *

This helps me figure out if wage laws were broken. Even if you're not sure, check anything that sounds familiar.

I wasn’t paid for all the hours I worked.

I didn't get paid minimum wage for all the hours I worked.

I didn’t get paid overtime when I worked long hours (more than 8 hours in a day, or 40 hours in a week).

I didn’t get a 10-minute paid rest break every 4 hours.

I didn’t get a 30-minute meal break on shifts over 5 hours.

None of these happened to me.

Have you talked to any other lawyers about this situation? *

I ask so I can understand where you’re at in the process. If you’re already represented, I can’t ethically get involved unless you’re switching lawyers—and that requires written notice.

Yes, and I’m currently represented by a lawyer.

Yes, but they declined to take my case.

Yes, I’ve reached out but haven’t heard back yet.

No, you’re the first lawyer I’ve reached out to.

How did you hear about me and my firm? *

A friend, family member, or former client referred me.

Another lawyer referred me.

I found you on the Internet.

I heard about you on social media.

Other

Do you understand that this form is confidential, but does not create an attorney-client relationship? *

This should go without saying — but our insurance folks like us to say it anyway. Your case evaluation is privileged and confidential, but just filling this out doesn’t make me your lawyer. I also can’t give you legal advice unless we both sign a written legal services agreement.

Yes