Causes of Action

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Causes of Action

A cause of action is a set of facts or legal theory that gives an individual or entity the right to seek a legal remedy against another.

Causes of action may arise from personal injury, property damage, employment matters, contractual disputes, statutory violations, or other legal duties.

The following resource provides a starting point for identifying potential claims under California and federal law.

This list is intended as a legal research resource only. Causes of action continue to evolve through legislation and court decisions. Always confirm current authority before relying on any legal citation.

Torts & Statutory Violations

Defamation (libel & slander)
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress
Negligent Supervision/Retention
Right to Privacy
Invasion of Privacy
Public Disclosure of Private Facts
False Light

Assault
Battery
Civil Extortion
Fraud and Constructive Fraud
Sexual Battery
Civil Conspiracy
Unfair Business Practices
Whistleblower Protection Claims

Employment, Contract & Termination

Failure to Hire
Wrongful Termination
Constructive Discharge
Retaliation
Wrongful Demotion
Breach of Contract
Breach of Implied Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing

Interference with Economic Advantage
Interference with Contract
Promissory Estoppel
Unjust Enrichment
Conversion
Fraud and Deceit
Negligent Hiring and Retention

FEHA Claims Include

Discrimination
Sexual Harassment
Failure to Prevent Discrimination
Failure to Accommodate Disability

Interactive Dialogue Violations
Religious Accommodation Violations
Retaliation
Aiding and Abetting

Wage & Hour / Labor Code Violations

Unpaid wages
Termination wage violations
Overtime violations
Meal period violations
Rest period violations
Wage statement violations

Equal Pay Act violations
Whistleblower protections
PAGA claims
Employee indemnification claims
California OSHA protections
Labor Code retaliation claims

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