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Frank S. Clowney III

Frank S. Clowney III is the Founder of The Law Office of Frank S. Clowney, III in San Diego, California. With more than 46 years of experience, he represents clients in employment law, maritime law, and personal injury. Admitted to the California Bar in 1978, he earned his J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law, where he served on the San Diego Law Review. He is AV Preeminent Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Frank S. Clowney III

How to File a Wage and Hour Claim in California

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

If you are employed in the state of California and have not received the wages you are due, you have the right to file a claim. Responsible for enforcing these laws, the California Labor Commissioner’s Office takes issues like meal and rest breaks, overtime pay,…

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How Often Are Wrongful Termination Cases Won in California?

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

Wrongful termination can be a challenging offense to prove. Demonstrating the motive involved in someone’s employment being terminated can be difficult, especially without a clear statement from the employer. However, there are many situations where these cases are won, and the court can see that…

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How Long Do You Have to Sue for Wrongful Termination in California?

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

Wrongful termination is a complicated issue. However, it’s often one that you need to act relatively quickly on. Because wrongful termination can come in many different forms, there are different deadlines for when you will need to decide whether to file a claim. This means…

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How to Sue for Wrongful Termination in California

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

Wrongful termination is an aspect of employment law, which means that it’s not typically handled by the normal civil court process. Instead, there are separate institutions set up for addressing labor and employment issues. However, this is often a complicated and challenging process, and many…

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What Is Considered Wrongful Termination in California?

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

Wrongful termination can be a particularly complicated issue. California is an “at-will” state, which means that employers are free to terminate employment at any time for any reason. However, the reason must not be in violation of California law. It can be difficult to know…

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California Workplace Sexual Harassment Statistics

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

Though always unpleasant, sexual harassment is especially stressful at work since your job performance and security are at stake. If you’ve been victimized by workplace sexual harassment, be sure to speak with a sexual harassment attorney. Understanding California workplace sexual harassment statistics can help you…

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How to File an EEOC Complaint in California?

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

If you believe that you have experienced workplace discrimination, you can choose to file a charge with the federal committee EEOC (the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) before you take legal action against your employer. Keep reading to learn more about how to file an…

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Examples of Workplace Discrimination in California

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

In the state of California, employees are protected by law against discrimination in a professional capacity within the workplace. Workers are additionally protected from retaliatory action for speaking out against discrimination in their place of employment. Read on to learn more about discrimination and examples…

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California Wrongful Termination Laws – All You Need to Know

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

If you or a family member was recently fired from a job, make sure the termination was completely legal. Unfortunately, it can be tricky to know when a wrongful discharge has occurred. Keep reading below to learn more about California wrongful termination laws and how…

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How Much Does an Employment Lawyer Cost in San Diego, CA?

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

California has protective labor laws that afford California workers several rights. When those workers are taken advantage of, exploited, or otherwise wronged in some way, they can retain the services of an employment lawyer. Hiring an employment lawyer can be a costly decision to make,…

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California Overtime Laws – What Every Worker Should Know

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

In California, a full work shift is considered eight hours, and any labor conducted beyond that time should be considered overtime. Similarly, a full work week is 40 hours, and any work performed past that point is also considered overtime. Ideally, employers would always honor…

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California Wage and Hour Laws – Statute of Limitations

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Last Modified on Oct 30, 2025

Staying updated on the latest statutes of employment law is essential for both employers and employees in California. Every year presents a new chance for these laws to be updated to better reflect the realities of the ever-changing employment landscape. 2024 is no different. By…

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