Protecting Napa County workers — from the wine industry to healthcare and hospitality — against wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage theft.
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Napa County is world-famous for its wine industry, but behind the picturesque vineyards and luxury resorts lies a large workforce facing real employment law challenges. With approximately 140,000 residents, Napa County’s economy is driven by agriculture and viticulture, hospitality and tourism, healthcare, and retail. Many of these workers are vulnerable to wage theft, unsafe conditions, and discrimination — particularly seasonal agricultural workers, tipped hospitality employees, and workers in the county’s numerous wineries and resorts.
At Liane Ly Law, we represent Napa County employees who have been wrongfully terminated, discriminated against, sexually harassed, retaliated against, or denied fair wages. Attorney Liane Katzenstein Ly has over 15 years of experience fighting for California workers in state and federal courts. Whether you work at a winery, a resort, a hospital, or a local business, your rights matter — and we are here to enforce them.
Fired for an illegal reason? We fight for reinstatement, back pay, and damages when employers violate California termination law.
Discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or national origin violates California and federal law. We hold employers accountable.
Hostile work environment and quid pro quo harassment are illegal. We provide compassionate, aggressive representation for harassment victims.
Did your employer punish you for reporting misconduct or filing a complaint? Retaliation is illegal and we aggressively defend your rights.
Unpaid overtime, missed meal breaks, misclassification — California wage law is strict. We recover what you are owed, plus penalties.
General employment matters including contract disputes, non-compete issues, severance negotiation, and WARN Act violations.
Napa County’s wine and hospitality industries employ a large number of seasonal and tipped workers who are among the most vulnerable to wage theft in California. Many winery and resort workers are employed through labor contractors, which creates joint employer liability questions. Agricultural workers picking grapes are protected by California’s Agricultural Labor Relations Act and have specific rights around overtime, piece-rate pay, and heat illness prevention.
Attorney Liane Katzenstein Ly has over 15 years of experience representing California employees and has appeared in courts across the state. She is licensed in all California state courts and in the Central, Northern, and Eastern Districts of California. When you hire Liane Ly Law, you get an attorney who understands not just the law, but the economic realities facing workers in your region.
Attorney Liane Katzenstein Ly has fought for California workers since 2008, building a record of results in state and federal court.
We handle most employment cases on contingency — you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.
We exclusively represent employees, never employers. Your interests are always our only priority.
If you believe your employer has violated your rights in Napa County, don’t wait. Employment law deadlines are strict and evidence disappears quickly.
Liane’s passion extends beyond the courtroom. She dedicates her time to pro bono legal services, empowering low-wage workers and undocumented immigrants seeking asylum. She is also deeply involved with non-profits that advocate for workers’ rights, ensuring that her commitment to justice goes beyond her practice.
With over 15 years of experience, Liane has built a reputation for providing compassionate, results-driven representation. Her work has taken her to state and federal courts, where she has achieved significant victories for workers across a wide range of industries. Whether addressing wage disputes, fighting against wrongful termination, or standing up to discrimination, Liane approaches each case with the belief that every worker’s story matters.
At Liane Ly Law, we’re not just about legal representation—we’re about changing lives.
We understand the courage it takes to speak up against unfair treatment and the impact losing your job can have on every aspect of your life. We’re here to stand by your side every step of the way. Let us help you reclaim your voice and achieve the justice you deserve.
Relentlessly pursuing justice with passion, precision, and unwavering commitment to protect your rights and achieve the results you deserve.
Delivering expert legal representation with integrity, reliability, and a steadfast focus on achieving the best outcomes for our clients.
Bringing years of proven expertise to navigate complex legal challenges and secure justice for our clients.
Napa County’s agricultural and winery workers are fully protected by California labor law. This includes minimum wage, overtime pay (with specific rules for agricultural workers based on employer size), mandatory rest breaks, and heat illness prevention standards — critically important during harvest season. Workers employed through farm labor contractors are protected by joint employer liability rules, meaning both the contractor and the winery can be held responsible for wage violations. The California Agricultural Labor Relations Act also protects workers’ rights to organize.
Yes. Tip pooling and tip credit rules in California are strict — employers cannot take tips, and tips cannot be used to offset minimum wage obligations. Servers, bartenders, and hospitality workers at Napa County restaurants, wineries, and resorts who have had tips misappropriated or who have been paid below minimum wage have strong wage theft claims. We recover unpaid wages, penalties, and attorney fees on a contingency basis.
Wrongful termination occurs when an employer fires you for an illegal reason — such as discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, or national origin; retaliation for reporting misconduct or filing a wage complaint; taking protected medical or family leave; or whistleblowing on illegal activity. California’s at-will employment doctrine has significant exceptions, and many terminations that seem routine are actually illegal. Contact us for a free evaluation of your situation.
Yes. Seasonal workers — including grape harvesters, winery cellar workers, and resort staff — have the same fundamental protections as year-round employees, including minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest breaks, and anti-discrimination protections. Employers cannot legally fire seasonal workers in retaliation for asserting their rights or filing complaints. If your seasonal employment was ended for an illegal reason, you may have a wrongful termination claim.
Document every incident immediately with dates, locations, what was said or done, and any witnesses. Report the harassment in writing to HR or a manager not involved in the conduct. Keep copies of all communications. If the harassment continues or you face retaliation for reporting, contact an employment attorney right away. California law imposes strict liability on employers for supervisor harassment and requires them to take prompt corrective action for all harassment complaints.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) protects all Napa County workers at companies with 5 or more employees from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age (40+), marital status, medical condition, and pregnancy. Harassment protections apply to employers of all sizes. FEHA provides broader protections than federal law and allows for emotional distress and punitive damages.
Yes. We provide full legal services to Napa County workers remotely via phone or video consultation. All case management, document review, and communication can be handled without you needing to travel. Court appearances in Napa County Superior Court or the Northern District of California are handled by our legal team. Your initial consultation is completely free and confidential.
