Consumer Action Law Group offers free consultations for employment law issues at no cost. They help employees sue employers for wrongful termination and hostile work environment as well as underpayments for tips and overtime.

Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/17/2015 -- Anyone who has been unfortunate enough to work in a hostile work environment knows that it is traumatic. A hostile work environment dramatically decreases productivity and in some cases can even result in physical illness caused by the stress associated with the work environment.

A hostile work environment refers to the culture of the workplace and is concerned with discrimination and/or harassment in most cases. It is usually not a reference to the physical work environment, but physical work conditions may be a factor. One example is demanding extended hours from an employee who deserves to be paid for overtime, but is wrongfully classified as "exempt" so that the employer pays a flat salary without any overtime compensation. Another example is when restaurant wait staff are forced to share their tips with others that do not have any contact with customers, decreasing the amount of the compensation they deserve.

There are many common forms of discrimination in the workplace, not limited to skin color or race. There is sexual discrimination, age discrimination, sexual orientation discrimination, as well as discrimination based on ethnicity or religion. Similarly, there are different types of harassment beyond sexual harassment. Intimidation, bullying, threatening actions or speech are all considered harassment. These types of discrimination and harassment could constitute a hostile work environment.

Very often, people who try to stop discrimination or harassment in the workplace end up being terminated from employment because they are seen as trouble makers. This is illegal and an employer can be sued for wrongful termination of the employee.

Anyone who feels that they, or someone they know, have been fired for illegal reasons, should talk to a wrongful termination lawyer or civil litigation lawyer.

The attorneys at Consumer Action Law Group help employees to sue their former employers and receive the compensation they are entitled to. Consumer Action Law Group wrongful termination attorneys are dedicated to helping employees take the actions needed for a successful wrongful termination lawsuit . In these cases, the attorney fees are not paid by the employee, so there is usually no cost for an employee to file the lawsuit and move forward.

Consumer Action Law Group employment attorneys can also help those who have quit their job because of a hostile work environment. For some employees, the work environment becomes too much for them to deal with and they feel they have no choice other than to quit.

If this is the case, they may also qualify for unemployment compensation. Anyone who files a claim for unemployment hostile work environment is a determining factor for the claim being approved, and their civil litigation lawyer will help to substantiate their claim.

For those who meet the criteria, quitting a job because of discrimination or harassment can be considered a constructive discharge and can allow that person to qualify for full unemployment benefits. In that instance, they may also be able to follow up with a lawsuit to recover damages.

Having to quit or getting fired can be devastating to an individual and their family. Hiring a wrongful termination attorney can ensure that employees receive fair and equitable compensation and put the employer on notice to change their practices or face more lawsuits. Working in a hostile work environment is a miserable experience, but employee can bring that to an end, even if it is after their employment with the company.

About Consumer Action Law Group
Consumer Action Law Group is a law firm based in Los Angeles, California. The firm offers free legal advice to employees who may need help. The firm helps employees to seek compensation through legal action if they are victims of illegal employer practices.

For more information on services offered by the firm visit:
http://consumeractionlawgroup.com/employment-lawyer-for-illegal-employer-practices/

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Telephone: 818-254-8413
Email: Lauren@consumeractionlawgroup.com
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Consumer Action Law Group foreclosure attorneys have a successful track record of stopping foreclosure sales. Their foreclosure lawyers frequently stop trustee sales within 24 hours.

Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/17/2015 -- Every day, thousands of homeowners in California face foreclosure. The foreclosure laws in California require lenders to send a notice of foreclosure to a borrower who defaults on a loan. For those home owners who have received a notice of default or notice of trustee sale, it is best to call a foreclosure attorney to find a solution to stop the trustee sale.

There are several ways of stopping a foreclosure. Home owners can apply for a loan modification, short sale, deed in lieu, or a forbearance agreement directly with the lender and that should stop the foreclosure process; at least temporarily. Home owners can also file a bankruptcy to immediately stop a foreclosure sale.

If the lender is not offering any alternative to foreclosure or any type of hardship assistance, Consumer Action Law Group foreclosure lawyers will research the home owner's case to see if it makes sense to take legal action to save their home. Lenders are required to follow the California foreclosure laws very strictly and to give borrowers the opportunity to pursue alternatives prior to selling a home at auction.

In January 2013, Governor Gerry Brown enacted the Homeowner Bill of Rights [SB 900] to help borrowers in California to avoid foreclosure. The law was designed to stop predatory lending practices that were allowing lenders to foreclose without first trying to help borrowers in distress. Governor Brown himself had this to say - "People should not have to suffer due to the abusive tactics of lenders who would push a foreclosure behind an unsuspecting homeowner's back".

Here are the benefits of the California Homeowners Bill of Rights:

1. Prohibits Dual Tracking: Lenders cannot move forward with foreclosure without first contacting a borrower and offering an alternative. Lenders cannot continue with the foreclosure process while simultaneously offering to provide an alternative [such as a loan modification, short sale, deed in lieu, or a forbearance agreement].

2. Requires a single point of contact with homeowners in loan modification negotiations.

3. Expands notice requirements to borrowers prior to taking action or pursuing foreclosure.

4. Allows injunctions against foreclosure violations to be corrected and permits civil penalties against servers who file multiple, inaccurate mortgage documents or engage in willful or reckless procedural violations.

Federal laws are also in place to protect borrowers against unfair lending practices that are associated with residential mortgages:

1. TILA (Truth in Lending Act)
2. HOEPA (Home Ownership & Equity Protection Act)

These laws allow borrowers to sue lenders for money damages. That includes a refund on any financing costs that borrowers have paid. These laws also let home owners cancel the mortgage under specific circumstances [although extremely rare].

Filing a lawsuit requires violations of the law that are serious enough to warrant a judge to take action. Inconsequential errors are typically not actionable. To put it simply, if the violation of the lender did no harm to borrower, there may not be any actual damages. An experienced foreclosure attorney will be able to advise on issues that borrowers may not realize give cause for a lawsuit. The foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group take the time to research home owners' claims to see whether they have a case or not. For anyone facing foreclosure, it is best to call Consumer Action Law Group and talk to one of their foreclosure lawyers for free, just to know what options are available.

Consumer Action Law Group can help California residents to stop foreclosure. On the first call, Consumer Action Law Group can stop a foreclosure sale immediately.

About Consumer Action Law Group
Consumer Action Law Group is a law firm dedicated to help consumers in financial-related matters or consumers that experienced fraud or scams. Attorneys on the team are knowledgeable and experienced in the areas of eliminating debt, mortgage fraud, auto fraud, and foreclosures. They have direct experience in consumer fraud matters helping consumers who are facing foreclosure, abuse by employers, and scams by car dealers and lenders.

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Contact Person: Lauren Rode, Esq.
Telephone: 818-254-8413
Email: Lauren@consumeractionlawgroup.com
Website: http://www.consumeractionlawgroup.com/

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Foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group are in the trenches to stop foreclosure for distressed borrowers. The law firm is currently offering free consultation to homeowners who want to stop a foreclosure sale date.

Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/07/2015 -- Foreclosure is still very much alive in California even though the economy has been improving and jobs have been created in the past few years. Many homeowners are still struggling to keep their jobs and taking pay cuts, or losing their jobs, or battling illness. Every day, borrowers receive notices of default and trustee sales that result in foreclosure auctions. Every day, the foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group are in the trenches to stop foreclosure for distressed borrowers.

For those that are looking for a foreclosure lawyer in Los Angeles to help stop the foreclosure sale, it is best to call and meet with one of the foreclosure attorneys at Consumer Action Law Group to discuss current situation and to look for an options. Their experienced attorneys focus on stopping foreclosure by filing cases in court. In some cases, the lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group can stop foreclosure within 30 minutes of receiving a client call. In past cases, their foreclosure attorneys have stopped trustee sales in less than 30 minutes of receiving a call from a distressed homeowner.

The foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group offer free meetings with homeowners in Los Angeles, California and throughout the state every day to discuss their options. It is best to ask specific questions about the case, and the lender to get legal advice that makes the most sense. Anyone who needs to know whether they have a strong claim against their lender based on their circumstances, the foreclosure attorneys at Consumer Action Law Group will take the time to research client case to make informed recommendations before giving advice.

The foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group provide legal help to homeowners facing foreclosure. Most of their clients are either fighting to save their home, or considering whether it makes sense to enter into a short sale. Their attorneys will look at facts and issues to give homeowners the best advice possible before collecting any legal fees.

Foreclosure Lawyers Work in Client Favor

Hiring a foreclosure lawyer is never an easy decision to make. Foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group typically charge lower fees than most law firms, but these cases are time consuming and the fees can be costly. The key to find the right lawyer is making sure that the lawyer can explain the foreclosure laws and show how they will work in client favor. If client goal is to stop foreclosure sale, client should hire a foreclosure lawyer that can clearly explain how that will happen and how much time and cost is estimated for the case, prior to moving forward.

Foreclosure lawyers at Consumer Action Law Group are very experienced in both bankruptcy and litigation. Their legal team has dedicated lawyers and experienced staff that will clearly explain foreclosure options and how to accomplish homeowners' goals.

Free Legal Advice

Consumer Action Law Group offers free consultation to California homeowners that are facing foreclosure or have received a notice of sale. Call today for free legal advice and schedule a consultation with one of the foreclosure lawyers at their office in Los Angeles, California. Remember, before hiring a foreclosure lawyer, make sure they know how to stop foreclosure and can explain the process and the road ahead.

For more information about stop foreclosure visit http://Consumeractionlawgroup.com

About Consumer Action Law Group
Consumer Action Law Group is a law firm dedicated to help consumers in consumer-related matters or consumers that experienced fraud and scam. Attorneys in the team are knowledgeable and experienced in the areas of eliminating debt, mortgages fraud, auto fraud, and home under foreclosures. They have high experience in consumer fraud matters to defense consumers who are facing financial matters, foreclosure, and fraud.

For Media Contact:
Contact Person: Lance
Telephone: (818) 254-8413
Email: Lance@consumeractionlawgroup.com
Website: www.consumeractionlawgroup.com

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