Law Office of Shafiel A. Karim, P.C. - Long Beach, CA

Tenacious Employee Rights and Labor Advocacy in Long Beach

California workplace statutes offer strong protections for employees, yet many workers suffer from unfair practices, unlawful dismissals, and denied wages. Situated on East Wardlow Road in Long Beach, the Law Office of Shafiel A. Karim, P.C. serves as a steadfast champion for employees facing corporate misconduct. Founded by attorney Shafiel A. Karim, a litigator recognized repeatedly as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, the boutique practice focuses extensively on high-stakes employment litigation. When individuals need an experienced employment lawyer to take on corporate interests, this practice delivers sophisticated advocacy.

Prior to practicing law, Shafiel Karim spent over a decade in corporate management. Combined with graduate business education and legal training from Southwestern Law School, this experience equips him to understand employer strategies thoroughly. When you hire an employment lawyer from this firm, you gain an advocate who knows how corporate entities structure compensation policies and defend against claims. The firm balances strategic negotiation with aggressive courtroom trial readiness across California courts.

Wage and Hour Violations and PAGA Class Actions

Unscrupulous employers frequently cut labor overhead by circumventing California Labor Code mandates. Shafiel Karim has established a notable record representing worker classes in major wage disputes and claims under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Key areas of practice include:

• Unpaid overtime compensation for work exceeding eight hours daily or forty hours weekly
• Worker misclassification schemes designating employees as exempt or independent contractors
• Systematic denial of statutory thirty-minute meal breaks and paid rest periods
• Failure to reimburse mandatory business expenses, uniforms, and remote-work tools
• Off-the-clock labor demands, rounding practices, and inaccurate wage statements
• Class action litigation on behalf of retail workers, warehouse laborers, call center personnel, and security guards

Wrongful Termination and Workplace Retaliation

Losing employment under unlawful conditions creates severe financial instability and distress. California at-will employment rules do not permit terminations rooted in retaliatory or illicit motives. If you suspect your dismissal violated public policy or statutory guarantees, consult an experienced wrongful termination lawyer promptly to protect critical records. The firm handles terminations tied to:

• Whistleblowing regarding corporate wrongdoing, financial irregularities, or unsafe work conditions
• Retaliation for filing internal complaints, requesting disability accommodation, or taking family medical leave
• Terminations following reports of illegal pay practices or occupational safety violations
• Retaliatory dismissals following participation as a witness in state labor investigations

Protection Against Workplace Discrimination and Harassment

Every worker is entitled to an environment free from hostility and bias under California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). When you need a workplace discrimination attorney, the Law Office of Shafiel A. Karim, P.C. stands ready to hold negligent corporations accountable. Practice areas include:

• Discrimination based on race, ancestry, national origin, religious beliefs, age, or disability status
• Sexual harassment claims involving hostile work environments or quid pro quo supervisor coercion
• Pregnancy discrimination, refusal of lactation accommodations, and medical leave violations
• Hostile work environments resulting from severe, pervasive managerial mistreatment

Schedule a Confidential Case Review

If your legal rights have been compromised in the workplace, acting without delay is essential for securing digital communications, payroll data, and witness statements. Contact the Law Office of Shafiel A. Karim, P.C. in Long Beach today to schedule a confidential consultation and discover how skilled legal representation can restore your dignity and recover rightful compensation.