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Protecting workers’ rights across Inglewood’s booming entertainment district and beyond. Todd M. Friedman has recovered nearly $1 billion for 5,000+ clients facing wage theft, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
11x Super Lawyer 2016–2026
$1B+ Recovered 5,000+ Clients
Contingency Fee No upfront cost
Call now: (877) 619-8966
Inglewood’s Changing Employment Landscape
Inglewood has transformed dramatically in recent years. The arrival of SoFi Stadium (home to the LA Rams and LA Chargers), Intuit Dome (LA Clippers), the newly renovated Kia Forum, and the Hollywood Park entertainment complex has created a construction and hospitality boom. Thousands of workers are employed across these venues, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, the Inglewood Unified School District, and LAX-adjacent businesses.
This rapid development has brought unprecedented opportunity—and unprecedented worker vulnerability. The influx of low-wage hospitality, service, and event staff has created a perfect storm for wage violations, misclassification, unsafe working conditions, and labor exploitation. Many workers, particularly in Inglewood’s historically marginalized communities, lack awareness of their rights under California law.
If you work in Inglewood—whether at a stadium, hotel, restaurant, retail location, healthcare facility, or anywhere else—and your employer has violated your rights, you deserve a lawyer who understands this community and fights for workers relentlessly.
Practice Areas
Wage & Hour Violations
Unpaid overtime, off-the-clock work, minimum wage theft, meal break violations, rest period denial. Hospitality and event workers in Inglewood are frequently denied wages they’ve earned.
Discrimination & Harassment
Illegal discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Inglewood’s diverse workforce deserves equal treatment.
Retaliation & Wrongful Termination
Fired for reporting wage violations, safety hazards, discrimination, or discrimination complaints? California law protects whistleblowers and you have rights.
Misclassification
Wrongly classified as an independent contractor when you should be an employee? Common in event staffing and hospitality. We fight to get you proper benefits and protections.
Class & Collective Actions
If multiple workers faced the same violations, we pursue class action recovery—maximizing impact and accountability.
FMLA & ADA Violations
Denied medical leave, accommodation refusal, or discriminated against for requesting protected time. We hold employers accountable.
California Employment Law: Your Rights
California has some of the strongest worker protections in the nation. Unlike federal law alone, California requires:
- Minimum wage of $16.50/hour (2024) and strict overtime rules—1.5x for over 8 hours, 2x after 12 hours
- Paid meal breaks (30 min for 5+ hours, 1 hour for 10+ hours) and paid rest breaks (10 min per 4-hour period)
- Transparent pay practices—itemized pay stubs showing hours, rates, deductions
- Final paycheck law—all wages due on last day of employment, including accrued PTO
- Anti-retaliation protection for reporting violations or safety concerns
- Comprehensive anti-discrimination law (FEHA) protecting far more categories than federal Title VII
- Statute of limitations: up to 4 years for wage claims, giving you time to pursue justice
Many Inglewood employers—from stadium concessionaires to event staffing companies—violate these laws routinely. You do not have to accept illegal treatment. You have options.
Why Choose Law Offices of Todd M. Friedman?
We are plaintiff-only employment attorneys. We represent workers exclusively—never employers. This means there is no conflict of interest, and our entire practice is devoted to fighting for employees like you.
We work on contingency. You pay nothing upfront, nothing if we don’t win. We only recover when you do.
We have a proven track record. Eleven consecutive Super Lawyer selections, nearly $1 billion in recoveries, 5,000+ satisfied clients. Our reputation is built on results and dedication.
We understand Inglewood. We know the employers, the industries, the legal landscape, and the challenges facing workers in this community. We fight with knowledge and commitment.
We handle cases we believe in. If you have a strong claim, we want your case. If we decline, we’ll refer you to someone we trust.
Our Case Process
Step 1 Free Consultation. We listen to your story, review documents, and explain your rights with no obligation.
Step 2 Investigation & Evaluation. We gather pay stubs, employment records, witness statements, and build your case carefully.
Step 3 Demand & Negotiation. We demand payment and negotiate aggressively. Most cases settle before trial.
Step 4 Litigation or Settlement. If the employer refuses fair settlement, we litigate fearlessly through trial and appeal if needed.
Step 5 Collection & Closure. We collect your judgment and ensure you receive every dollar owed.
Resources for Inglewood Workers
In addition to legal representation, several organizations support workers in Inglewood:
- California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) – File wage claims with the Labor Commissioner
- California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement – Investigate wage and hour violations
- Los Angeles County Superior Court (Inglewood Courthouse) – Civil employment lawsuits filed here
- Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles – Free legal assistance for low-income workers
- Los Angeles Wage Theft Coalition – Community organizing and worker education
- Inglewood Chamber of Commerce – Community business and employment resources
However, these resources work best alongside private representation. A skilled employment attorney accelerates justice and maximizes recovery.
Areas We Serve
Based in Woodland Hills, we proudly serve Inglewood and the surrounding South Bay communities:
Inglewood – SoFi Stadium, Intuit Dome, Hollywood Park
Hawthorne – SpaceX, aerospace, manufacturing
Lennox – Hospitality, service industry
Westchester – LAX-adjacent businesses, retail
El Segundo – Oil refining, aerospace, logistics
Gardena – Manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality
Culver City – Entertainment, media, creative industries
Stop Wage Theft. Fight Back.
Your time and labor have value. Your employer does not get to steal from you. California law is on your side. Let Todd M. Friedman fight for you—for free until we win.
Call now for a free consultation:
Law Offices of Todd M. Friedman, P.C.
21031 Ventura Blvd, Suite 340
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much do your legal services cost?
A: Nothing upfront. We work on contingency—you pay only if we win. Our fee is typically a percentage of your recovery, discussed in detail at your free consultation.
Q: How long do employment cases take?
A: Most wage and hour cases settle within 6–18 months. Class actions may take longer. Complex discrimination cases vary. We always prioritize speed and results without sacrificing strategy.
Q: Can I be fired for suing my employer?
A: No. California law explicitly prohibits retaliation against employees who file lawsuits or complaints. If you are retaliated against, you have an additional claim for damages.
Q: What if I’ve already left the job?
A: You can still sue. California allows claims for back wages going back four years. You don’t need to be currently employed to recover wages you’ve already earned.
Q: What’s the difference between a wage claim and a lawsuit?
A: A wage claim (filed with the Labor Commissioner) is faster but capped at unpaid wages. A lawsuit allows recovery of additional damages (penalties, attorney fees, emotional distress). We help you choose the best path.
Q: Do I have a case if I’m an independent contractor?
A: Possibly. Many workers are misclassified as contractors when they should be employees. If your employer controlled how, when, and where you worked, you may be an employee with full legal protections. We evaluate this carefully.
