Amgen Inc., formerly known as Applied Molecular Genetics Inc., is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California. The company employs thousands of people in and around Ventura County, California, and is one of the world’s biggest independent biotech firms. Amgen’s most famous product is Neulasta, a formulation that stimulates the immune system and helps prevent infections in cancer patients that are receiving chemotherapy.
In spite of their professional and financial success, not everyone at Amgen receives the treatment they are guaranteed by federal and state labor laws. Bigotry, harassment, bullying, denied promotions, and pay cuts are just some of the unlawful practices that go on every day at major corporations throughout California. The workers that are brave enough to file an HR complaint or speak to the labor board face the possibility of being fired.
Here at Normandie, we believe in fighting for the fair and legal treatment of all workers, who are at a disadvantage when going up against a corporate giant like Amgen. If you are facing discriminatory treatment or have been wrongfully terminated by Amgen, our lawyers are here to educate you on your rights and legal options. Advice from a California labor law violation lawyer is just a phone call away, so contact us immediately for a free case review.
Suing Amgen for a Case of Wrongful Termination
Employers in California are held to a standard of lawful treatment when it comes to their employees. Both state and federal laws protect workers from wrongful termination, meaning that the worker was fired as an act of discrimination and/or retaliation. These make up the majority of cases we handle, but some clients still remain at their jobs while seeking justice for acts of illegal treatment by their employer.
It’s important to understand that unfair treatment in the workplace falls under very specific guidelines that are outlined in the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Grounds for a labor law violation claim include, but are not limited to:
- Age and race discrimination
- Pregnancy discrimination
- Bias due to one’s gender identity or sexual orientation
- Discrimination based on religious beliefs or political affiliation
- Termination based on health issues like disability and HIV or AIDS status
- Retaliating against whistleblowers
- Firing a worker for complaining about unsafe work practices, unpaid wages / overtime
Again, this is not a complete list of all the circumstances that are grounds for a wrongful termination claim. To verify your eligibility for an employment rights lawsuit, please schedule a free consultation with an Amgen Inc. wrongful termination and discrimination lawyer.
Can You Help me with a Workplace Injury Case?
Yes, our lawyers can help you with a workers’ compensation claim if you are being denied the funds you deserve after a workplace injury. These cases should be fairly straightforward, as workers’ comp is a state benefit that you can access if you’ve sustained a work-related injury. That’s the only legal basis you have to prove, meaning you do not have to show that someone else caused your accident. However, we know for a fact that many workers end up with rejected claims or benefit amounts that are inadequate for their level of injury. The workers’ compensation lawyers of Normandie can take immediate action to protect your interests and fight to obtain every penny you are entitled to.
Keep in mind that there are certain rules you must follow in order to succeed in a claim for workers’ compensation. First and foremost, make sure to notify your employer right away that you’ve been injured, which will initiate a claim with the insurance company. Your employer has 10 days to notify the insurance provider, who will normally approve or deny your claim within 30 days. If you disagree with the claim administrator’s ruling, you have one year from the accident date to file a claim with the applicable agency or court system. For more information on your rights as an Amgen worker that was injured on the job, contact us to speak with a California workplace injury lawyer.
Average Case Value for an Employment Rights Violation Claim
The amount that you can receive from a labor law violation case against Amgen depends on the specific losses you are left with as a victim of unfair treatment or wrongful termination. Compensation recovered by our attorneys usually fall within the range of $5,000 to over $100,000. These settlements include a variety of monetary damages, such as:
- Back pay and front pay, i.e., lost wages
- Reimbursement for PTO, health insurance, and other lost benefits
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses to treat health issues related to your wrongful termination or workplace discrimination
- Loss of professional reputation
- Attorney’s fees
- Punitive damages
A consultation at our law firm will help you understand which damages you can request, and how much you are entitled to if you are eligible for a wrongful termination claim against Amgen.
What is the Estimated Time Frame to Settle These Cases?
There are great variations in the amount of time it takes to settle an employment rights labor law case. In our experience, we’ve had cases that settled in as little as 30 days, while others required court hearings and 2 or more years of back and forth negotiations. At the end of the day, issues like discrimination and retaliation are challenging concepts to prove, and most employers fight tooth and nail to avoid such accusations. However, you can be sure that we will fight aggressively on your behalf and do everything in our power to resolve your case as soon as possible.
Statute of Limitations – How Much Time do I have to my Employer?
Labor law violation claims in California must be filed within 2 to 4 years from the date of violation, though most claims will fall under the 2 or 3 year time period. Lawsuits involving wrongful termination, for example, must be filed within 2 years of the termination date. However, you may have issues that are associated with the wrongful termination, such as unpaid wages or overtime. The statute of limitations for these cases is generally 3 years, so you can see why many claimants are confused by the rules and end up exceeding the deadline to sue their employer. Our law firm has extensive experience with complex labor law violation claims and the methods to ensure that your case is resolved in a favorable manner. We will make sure that your paperwork is filed on time and fight to bring you the settlement you deserve.
Free Second Opinion on Active Labor Law Cases
As someone with a pending unlawful treatment in the workplace or wrongful termination claim against Amgen, you may be having issues with your lawyer that you’d like to discuss with another attorney. Our law firm is happy to provide you with a free second opinion, where you can confirm whether your case is on the right track, or if there are indications of incompetence or apathy. Once we provide you the available legal options, you can decide on the course of action that’s right for you. We never charge for a second opinion, so there’s nothing to lose by calling us and taking some time to speak with a discrimination / wrongful termination lawyer.
Representation from a Workplace Discrimination Attorney
Unfair treatment in the workplace can have a devastating effect on your emotional and physical well-being, not to mention your career prospects. Employers should not be allowed to get away with discriminatory practices, but it’s very difficult for workers to get justice on their own. Our law firm is more than ready to stand by your side and represent you in a wrongful termination or discrimination lawsuit against Amgen Inc.
There is no cost to you when you join the Normandie family, since all of our clients receive the Zero Fee Guarantee from day one. The only way we get paid is by bringing you the settlement you deserve. Otherwise, we eat the costs and you walk away without paying us a dime, no matter how much work we invested in your case.
If you’d like to learn more about the rights and legal options that are available to you, schedule a free case evaluation by giving us a call at your earliest convenience.
