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Diaz v. Tesla (race harassment)

Gober v. Ralphs Grocery Co. (sex harassment)

Weeks v. Baker & McKenzie, et al. (sex harassment)

Marscitz v. UltraStar Cinemas (sex harassment)

Diaz v. Tesla (race harassment) Diaz v. Tesla (race harassment) Diaz v. Tesla (race harassment) Diaz v. Tesla (race harassment)

Gober v. Ralphs Grocery Co. (sex harassment)

Weeks v. Baker & McKenzie, et al. (sex harassment)

Marscitz v. UltraStar Cinemas (sex harassment)

Diaz v. Tesla (race harassment)

Gober v. Ralphs Grocery Co. (sex harassment)

Weeks v. Baker & McKenzie, et al. (sex harassment)

Marscitz v. UltraStar Cinemas (sex harassment)

Marscitz v. UltraStar Cinemas (sex harassment)

Record breaking jury verdict for the largest Race Discrimination case in US history ($137,000,000)

Owen Diaz brought a race harassment case against Tesla, Inc. under the Civil Rights Act of 1866 because he was forced to endure widespread use of the N-word and other racist conduct. A Jury has found that from 2015 to 2016, Mr. Diaz was subjected to severe and pervasive racial harassment. He was called the N-word over sixty times by supervisors and he was told to “go back to Africa.”


One supervisor left a picaninny drawing on some recycled cardboard near the elevators where Mr. Diaz would find it. Mr. Diaz saw racist graffiti in multiple bathrooms throughout Tesla’s Fremont, CA factory.

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Our team is passionate about delivering the fierce representation our clients deserve. Take a look at what our clients have to say about us:

“I would highly recommend Navruz Avloni for her legal services as an employment law attorney. She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced and really goes above and beyond for her clients. Any time I have an employment law question, she is the first person I call and always is able to meet my needs. I never hesitate to refer her new clients. When my fiancee, family, or friends need employment advice, she is the first person I send them to.”

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Valerie F.

“The head/founding attorney of the law group is Lawrence A. Organ and I can’t say enough good about him. I wish I could give the law group 10 Stars! My son needed a civil rights attorney so I did a google search and after watching Lawrence’s video, we were so impressed, my son sent an email describing the events that led to his termination, and received a fast reply from Cory, asking my son to make an appointment to come in, which he did. My son met with 2 attorneys, they went over everything, asked many questions, they didn’t rush us and spent over an hour with us. They discussed my son’s employment problems and took on his case. One day I was talking to my friend who is a judge in civil court, when I mentioned Lawrence, she told me that Lawrence was in her court and how impressed she was with how hard he fought for his client. If you have gotten this far on my review, I suggest you go into their website and watch the videos where Lawrence talks about why he became a civil rights attorney. Navruz was our attorney, she was great! Her communication skills were over the top…She emailed with questions and gave updates. She was compassionate and caring yet very professional. She was usually available to speak over the phone, she was prompt in returning calls. For the most part everything was handled through emails, perfect for us because nothing was lost in translation. We loved emails, not necessary to tie up time on the phone, or traveling into the office. On the day we went to mediation Navruz showed up with Lawrence whom we never met, he knew all about my son’s case, not just one attorney handles a case, they all sit at the table and discuss each case. Navruz and Lawrence fought hard, it was actually fun watching them make points and arguments. My son WON! He was very pleased with his settlement and without going to court. We would recommend Navruz and Lawrence to anyone in need of representation. Thank you Lawrence and Navruz, we applaud you for a job well done!”

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Dorothy G.

“We are very grateful for the exceptional service provided to us by Lawrence and Nav. Our interactions with them were not only professional but, We are very grateful for the exceptional service provided to us by Lawrence and Nav. Our interactions with them were not only professional but…”

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Sid K.

“Lawrence Organ is a great trial lawyer, has exceptional legal analytical research and writing skills, is a passionate advocate for employees and, Lawrence Organ is a great trial lawyer, has exceptional legal analytical research and writing skills, is a passionate advocate for employees and…”

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Kelly A.

“It was not an easy decision to make, to fight back against institutionalized sexism. It seemed easier to move on with my life. But I called… It was not an easy decision to make, to fight back against institutionalized sexism. It seemed easier to move on with my life. But I called…”

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Sujatha K.

“Very happy. Julianne was very responsive to all of my questions and helped guide me towards making decisions that were right for me and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the process. Happy with my experience.”

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Ashley J.
Lawrence Organ

“Larry Organ exclusively handles plaintiff’s employment civil rights cases. He believes that the average person needs the best representation possible to fight for truth and justice against large corporations and other employers.”

Julianne Stanford

“Julianne has assumed a leading role in the firm’s development over the past decade.Her knack for strategic development, personnel management, and workflow optimization has ensured that the firm’s continued expansion has meant helping more people.”

Marqui Hood

“Marqui is a passionate and committed advocate for workers. She received her J.D. from the University of California at Los Angeles and her B.A. from Wesleyan University in Connecticut.”

Molly Durkin

“Molly has spent her entire legal career fighting for the civil rights of California workers.After graduating from law school, Molly found her calling in advancing employee rights through working on race discrimination”

Cimone Nunley

“Cimone is a committed advocate for California workers, and has spent her career fighting for employees’ rights. She has handled cases at all stages of litigation, from initial settlement negotiations up through trial.”

Kira Brekke

“Kira is a former journalist turned civil rights attorney who has been dedicated to activism since as early as she can remember.”

Kris Organ

“Kris Organ serves the CCRLG team as Head of Accounting. In 2017 he was elected Vice President for the California Alliance for Retired Americans.”

Sabrina Grislis

“Sabrina is a dedicated and thoughtful advocate for workers rights throughout California. She is recognized by her team for her calm nature in high stress situations, such as those which lead people to need our legal services.”

Susan Organ

“She serves herself as a trial consultant.”

Cameron Hartquist

“Cameron is a Paralegal  who provides legal and administrative support to the attorneys. She assists with filing and serving case documents, maintaining the calendar and all case deadlines.”

Cory Aschauer

“Cory is our intake specialist and brings over 45 years of paralegal experience with her. Cory began her career at a prestigious downtown San Francisco law firm working with a senior partner that represented numerous Fortune 100 companies.”

Rory Hayes

“Rory joined the California Civil Rights Law Group full-time in the fall of 2023. He has a passion for employee rights and civil rights and has worked on matters relating to disability harassment and discrimination.”

We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis.

After the initial evaluation process, we offer a completely free attorney case evaluation to potential clients. With offices in San Francisco, San Anselmo, and Oakland, we are convenient to the entire San Francisco Bay Area, including Marin County and the East Bay. In an effort to make our top-rate attorneys affordable to any client, including those who have experienced sexual harassment and race discrimination, our firm takes cases on a contingency basis. We get paid only if you do.

Call today to schedule a free, no obligation case evaluation about your employment rights matter.

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Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment in the workplace can make going to work feel emotionally — and even physically — unsafe. Employees are often hesitant to consult an attorney for sexual harassment because they’re worried that their employer might fire them or otherwise retaliate.

However, an experienced sexual harassment lawyer in Oakland can help you understand your rights and the regulations your employer must follow. Retaliating against an employee for reporting harassment is illegal. If your employer does this, our team may be able to help you recover damages.

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Employment Law

Sometimes, disputes with an employer can be solved with a friendly discussion. However, other disagreements may require the aid of an employment lawyer in Oakland. Employment law attorneys help workers navigate many types of issues, including violations of wage and hour laws, discrimination, and harassment.

Depending on your particular legal issue, resolution may be fairly straightforward, or it may involve multiple steps. In some cases, state and federal laws require you to file an administrative complaint before you can pursue a lawsuit. Our team is here to guide you through each step.

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Racial Discrimination

Racial discrimination laws leave no room for ambiguity: Employers may not discriminate against employees based on their race. Despite this, some employers continue to foster an environment where racism can thrive.

If you’ve been discriminated against at work, going up against your employer might seem futile. However, our racial discrimination lawyers in Oakland have years of experience securing justice for victims of unfair treatment. We can help you hold your employer accountable and possibly recover compensation for you in the process.

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Workplace Retaliation

If you’re facing retaliation in the workplace, Oakland employment laws protect your rights.

Contrary to what some may think, retaliation doesn’t always mean firing. If your employer has taken any adverse employment action against you after you reported misconduct, spoke up against discrimination at work, or engaged in other protected activities, a work retaliation attorney can be a powerful ally.

California law imposes harsh penalties on retaliatory workplaces. If your employer is found to have retaliated against you, it may have to pay significant fines, provide back pay, or even reinstate you.

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Disability Rights

Disability law in Oakland is intended to make sure those with disabilities can fully participate in society. Sadly, some workplaces resent the requirement to make reasonable accommodations for disabled workers. They may fail to make necessary accommodations or even refuse to hire disabled candidates at all.

If your workplace isn’t respecting your disability, help is available. An experienced Oakland disability rights attorney can aid you in pursuing justice and fair compensation.

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Family and Medical Leave Rights

The Family Medical Leave Act and Oakland Family Rights Act protect employees’ jobs if they must help a family member tend to a medical condition or deal with a medical issue of their own. However, some employers will do whatever they can to avoid giving you job-protected leave.

If your employer is one of them, you don’t have to defend your rights alone. A family medical leave act attorney can help you file a complaint or take legal action to ensure that you and your family get the medical care and support you need.

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Sexual Harassment Lawyers

Decades of experience combating sexual harassment throughout California. When you report to work every day, you should not have to endure sexual harassment. You deserve to be treated with respect. That’s why there are federal and state laws in place to ensure that employers do not violate your civil rights on the job. When sexual harassment happens our employment attorneys protect you.

California Civil Rights Law Group is one of the leading civil rights law firms in California and represents employees throughout the San Francisco Bay Area (including Oakland and Marin County) and across the Golden State. Headed by renowned trial lawyer Lawrence A. Organ, our world-class discrimination lawyers are experts in employment, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, race discrimination, and other civil rights matters.

Key Verdicts

Over the course of his career, attorney Lawrence Organ has established a name for himself as a top San Francisco Bay Area sexual harassment lawyer and for his legal team as dedicated advocates of employee civil rights including racial discrimination and sexual harassment. The road to achieving such a reputation for his law firm is lined with a number of key legal victories, including numerous multimillion-dollar sexual harassment and racial discrimination verdicts. One of these was at that time the largest sexual harassment verdict in the country.

About California Civil Rights Law Group

While every Californian has the same civil rights, every civil rights case is unique. The proven team at California Civil Rights Law Group will take the time to study your case, develop a personalized strategy, and work toward justice.

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