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At DefendMyBiz, we only represent business owners and entrepreneurs from employment-related claims and lawsuits.

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What Happens When an Employee Sues You?

When you are sued for a California labor violation, timing and strategy are the essential keys to protecting your business. Here’s what happens when you contact us:

Initial Evaluation: We review the claim to identify weaknesses in the employee’s case and determine your best defenses. Sometimes, including counter suits against the employee.
Defense Strategy: We gather evidence, interview witnesses, and craft a strong defense to protect your business.
WE FIGHT! Even though California labor laws favor employees, and some laws are outright hostile to employers, we use every legal tool at our disposal to give you the best outcome that can be reached within the facts and evidence of your case.
Compliance Check: We audit your business practices and your policies to recommend better ways for your business to comply with California labor laws, reducing liability in both the current case and potential future claims.

Initial Evaluation: We review the claim to identify weaknesses in the employee’s case and determine your best defenses. Sometimes, including counter suits against the employee.
Defense Strategy: We gather evidence, interview witnesses, and craft a strong defense to protect your business.
WE FIGHT! Even though California labor laws favor employees, and some laws are outright hostile to employers, we use every legal tool at our disposal to give you the best outcome that can be reached within the facts and evidence of your case.
Compliance Check: We audit your business practices and your policies to recommend better ways for your business to comply with California labor laws, reducing liability in both the current case and potential future claims.

Legal Defense Services for Employers

We strategize, we defend, we resolve, legal services tailored exclusively for California employers

Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation Defense

We defend claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination (FEHA).

Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation Defense

We defend claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination (FEHA).

Class Action & PAGA Defense

We defend against multi-employee and representative lawsuits effectively.

Class Action & PAGA Defense

We defend against multi-employee and representative lawsuits effectively.

Wage & Hour Defense

Protect against unpaid overtime, wage statement errors, and meal and rest break violations.

Compliance, Policy & Preventive Audits

Prevent future claims through internal audits, training, and documentation.

Compliance, Policy & Preventive Audits

Prevent future claims through internal audits, training, and documentation.

Labor Board & Government Defense

Defend employers against labor board claims, the DLSE, the DFEH and the US Department of Labor.

Compliance, Policy & Preventive Audits

Prevent future claims through internal audits, training, and documentation.

Wage & Hour / Overtime Defense

Protect against unpaid overtime, wage statement errors, and rest break violations.

Wage & Hour Defense

Protect against unpaid overtime, wage statement errors, and meal and rest break violations.

Wage & Hour Defense

Protect against unpaid overtime, wage statement errors, and meal and rest break violations.

Labor Board & Government Defense

Defend employers against labor board claims, the DLSE, the DFEH and the US Department of Labor.

Labor Board & Government Defense

Defend employers against labor board claims, the DLSE, the DFEH and the US Department of Labor.

Our Defense Processs

How We Defend California Employers

DefendMyBiz combines fast, aggressive action with real world defense experience in California labor law.

Case Intake & Assessment

Review complaint, evidence, and deadlines.

Strategy & Response

File responses and control communication with opposing counsel.

Discovery & Evidence

Propound discovery to attack plaintiff's claims and respond to plaintiff's discovery to preserve your defenses.

Litigation & Negotiation

We litigate to win at trial but we negotiate to attempt an amicable resolution if an early resolution is the best outcome.

Trial

We execute aggressive trial strategy with experienced litigators prepared to defend your business in court.

Compliance & Prevention

Implement post-case audits and policy updates.

Case Intake & Assessment

Review complaint, evidence, and deadlines.

Strategy & Response

File responses and control communication with opposing counsel.

Discovery & Evidence

Propound discovery to attack plaintiff's claims and respond to plaintiff's discovery to preserve your defenses.

Litigation & Negotiation

We litigate to win at trial but we negotiate to attempt an amicable resolution if an early resolution is the best outcome.

Trial

We execute aggressive trial strategy with experienced litigators prepared to defend your business in court.

Compliance & Prevention

Implement post-case audits and policy updates.

Case Intake & Assessment

Review complaint, evidence, and deadlines.

Strategy & Response

File responses and control communication with opposing counsel.

Discovery & Evidence

Propound discovery to attack plaintiff's claims and respond to plaintiff's discovery to preserve your defenses.

Litigation & Negotiation

We litigate to win at trial but we negotiate to attempt an amicable resolution if an early resolution is the best outcome.

Trial

We execute aggressive trial strategy with experienced litigators prepared to defend your business in court.

Compliance & Prevention

Implement post-case audits and policy updates.

Case Studies

Real Results for California Employers

We’ve successfully defended hundreds of California employers facing claims of harassment, retaliation, discrimination, wage & hour, and class action claims. Each case is different, but our goal is always the same — be aggressive, resolve fast, reduce exposure, win at trial.

Proactive Litigation Leads to Full Recovery

A CEO was terminated for improper conduct that resulted in millions of dollars in company losses. The individual then threatened to file a labor claim against the business.

Significant Reduction in Sexual Harassment Claims

The founder of a company faced a sexual harassment claim with an initial demand of $5 million, primarily due to his high-wealth profile.

False Accusation Resolved Pre-Trial

A CEO was accused of sexual harassment following a business trip, risking severe personal and professional damage.

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Testimonial

From the Employers, we’ve helped

See what California employers have to say about working with DefendMyBiz.

"These guys are excellent Attorneys that have won three out of three cases for my Company. They have a strong expertise in labor and employment law and I would strongly recommend John and his group for any business owner with employee problems. We have been through complicated battles together and have won every time."

Bob

Los Angeles CA

"We had a frivolous suit filed and our employer attorneys fought for us every step of the way! They were very personable and really went the extra mile to make sure that we were aware of what was going on with our case and what our options were. But best of all we won the settlement and they saved us thousands!"

Kevin

Glendale

"Strong, assertive and decisive action is how I would describe the defense my Attorneys provided me! We had a very difficult case but they took an outside the box solution to make sure we came out on top. If you want someone who is going to truly fight for you go with them."

Roxy

North Hollywood

"I had a difficult time finding an attorney who actually defended the employer. Boy was I glad I found them! They did so well on my case that at the end the opposing counsels clients asked if they could hire them for their next case!"

Joel

Granada Hills

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Awards and Recognitions

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Don’t Let a Lawsuit Take Control of Your Business

If you’ve been sued or served with a wage claim, the clock is ticking. Contact our team now to start building your defense.

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The law firm employers trust to defend their businesses

What Happens When an Employee Sues You?

Legal Defense Services for Employers

Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation Defense

Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation Defense

Class Action & PAGA Defense

Class Action & PAGA Defense

Wage & Hour Defense

Compliance, Policy & Preventive Audits

Compliance, Policy & Preventive Audits

Labor Board & Government Defense

Compliance, Policy & Preventive Audits

Wage & Hour / Overtime Defense

Wage & Hour Defense

Wage & Hour Defense

Labor Board & Government Defense

Labor Board & Government Defense

How We Defend California Employers

Case Intake & Assessment

Strategy & Response

Discovery & Evidence

Litigation & Negotiation

Trial

Compliance & Prevention

Case Intake & Assessment

Strategy & Response

Discovery & Evidence

Litigation & Negotiation

Trial

Compliance & Prevention

Case Intake & Assessment

Strategy & Response

Discovery & Evidence

Litigation & Negotiation

Trial

Compliance & Prevention

Real Results for California Employers

Proactive Litigation Leads to Full Recovery

Significant Reduction in Sexual Harassment Claims

False Accusation Resolved Pre-Trial

From the Employers, we’ve helped​

Awards and Recognitions

John Fagerholm on

John Fagerholm on

Money Matters: Real Estate Edition

Don’t Let a Lawsuit Take Control of Your Business

From the Employers, we’ve helped