Oct. 4, 2011
I sought
help from Frank Pray at a very stressful and difficult time in my life. I
had been working for the same company for over 10 years without any problems.
Then my boss began harassing me, being abusive, and treating me with a great
deal of disrespect. This harassing behavior went on for over a
year. During this time my boss began asking me to do things I was
uncomfortable with. This is when I meet with Frank Pray for help.
Mr. Pray
used his legal knowledge to identify possible violations of my rights as an
employee. I then formally complained to my company's HR department about
my bosses’ behavior and Mr. Pray helped guide and counsel me during this
difficult process. After I formally complained about my boss, my boss,
with the support of the company's HR department, instead of addressing my
complaints, they ignored my complaints and went after me. They placed me
on a so called performance improvement plan (PIP), which I believed was a
pre-text to simply fire me for complaining.
I did not
want to get fired, but I also did not want to sue my company for wrongful
termination, but I was ready to do so if necessary. Instead of a long
drawn out legal battle, I wanted to pursue a peaceful and beneficial severance/departure
agreement for me and my family, so I asked Mr. Pray to help me. Mr.
Pray used his years of skill and legal knowledge to successfully negotiate
a severance/departure agreement.
It is
difficult to express my appreciation for Frank Pray. He helped, guided,
and counseled me during a very difficult period in my life and he helped
resolve my work situation peacefully and positively.
I urge
anyone who is feeling alone and distressed about their work situation to reach
out and seek the help of Frank Pray.
Client,
Orange County, CA
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November 11, 2009
After working long hours to manage a large project and after receiving an exemplary performance review, my employment was unexpectedly terminated for specious reasoning. The same day I was notified of my termination, I had informed my employer that I would need to take time off work again for a recurring health problem. My employer offered a severance agreement, which I sought an attorneys advice regarding.
After a brief telephone call with Attorney Pray, we met at his office to discuss the severance agreement, the merits (and pitfalls) of the circumstances surrounding my termination and to establish a game plan moving forward. Attorney Pray's honesty, knowledge and thoroughness was apparent from the very outset, traits that would serve my case well as it progressed. From the production of an initial demand letter, through negotiations between Attorney Pray and my now former employer's counsel and ultimately to satisfactory mediation, Attorney Pray was an advocate on my behalf of the highest order. I would recommend Attorney Pray's services to any employee looking to enforce their rights.
M.P.
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Feb. 2009
I was wrongfully terminated by a well known OC firm recently, and just before the termination I had decided to give Frank a call for assessment and advice. From the moment he spoke to me, Frank immediately gave me clarification as to what my
rights are and immediate steps to protect myself. Since then Frank has been working tirelessly on the case for a better part of a year. I've recently received settlement check and it was done in a very timely manner thanks to you, Frank!
I would highly recommend ANYONE who is on the verge of being fired and suspect wrong doing on the employer's behalf to call Frank for an immediate assessment. Frank is highly experienced and can build a case from scratch. He is an extremely intelligent individual and he has been very straight forward and honest with me. Most importantly, he kept my interest at heart throughout the process, and looked after my interest at step of the way!
Thanks Frank! Keep up the amazing work, you represent well!
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January 8, 2007
Thanks so much for your help and support during one of my hardest experiences I've had to go through. Thank you for helping me stand up for my rights and see justice prevail.
I really appreciate all your efforts that you put into my case, giving me strength and confidence to never again allow a right violation to go unchallenged.
I truly am grateful for your great help and support and I will recommend your services, to anyone that needs an Employee Rights Attorney.
My Best Regards,
B.C., Irvine CA
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May
10, 2007
I
must thank you for your help in dealing with my concerns regarding the
severance from the company with which I had been employed for nine and one-half
years.
It
was quite worth while to ascertain realistic legal rights, expectations, and
options in dealing with the severance proposal offered by my employer. I would,
and have, recommended to anyone in this situation, to contact an employee
rights attorney and in particular Mr. Frank Pray,
Attorney.
Best
regards,
C.W.
Santa Fe Springs, CA.
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November 27, 2006
I would like to thank you as a satisfied (very satisfied) customer. You are effective and efficient as well as being servant-hearted. Every time I met with you, I was impressed with your knowledge of employment law and the ability to quickly locate and focus on the most important factors influencing my situation.
I chose to work with you specifically because, in addition to helping me build my case according to civil law, you also guided me according to spiritual law with Christian precepts as the foundation. I only wanted to proceed with my case if I could also uphold God's laws while seeking redress from my former employer. You made both possible.
Thank you.
from A Registered Nurse in Covina, CA
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October 4, 2006,
"My mom received your overnight letter yesterday with all enclosed."
"She and I and my dad are very happy. We are not looking at what we could have got, were looking at what we did get."
"I want to send a sincere thank you for all your help, diligence and persistence with our case. We are satisfied with the outcome and are grateful as without your services I think the result would have turned out differently. "
"If anyone I know is need of your services, I will recommend them to you."
"Once again, from the entire family, thank you."
Steve, a lawyer, who referred his 67 year old mother to this office.
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August 2011
I am so lucky to have found Mr Pray through a referral source…
Until I found him, I had come across many attorneys unwilling to even speak to me without a lump sum payment.
Mr Pray fought for me and made sure my story was heard and never gave up.
I was so proud to have my side of the story represented by Mr Pray and having a cash
Settlement was almost secondary to having him stand up and fight for me.
I hope that I will never again be in a situation where I would need his help but given the situation, I will always rely on Mr Pray going forward and would recommend him to anyone who has been wronged by their employer.
Thank you Mr Pray. You really do fight for the little guy.
HYP - LA
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December 17, 2009
I have had a wonderful experience with the Law Offices of Frank Pray. They were able to work with me and my previous employer to reach a mutual agreement in a very timely manner. I would refer anyone. Thank you Greg for all of your hard work!
J.N., Lake Forest CA
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March 2, 2009
Frank Pray is a highly-professional, employee rights attorney and offers his clients a long and successful track record of positive outcomes, for those who may have encountered wrongful termination or other employee issues. Mr. Pray works in strong partnership with his clients and keeps them well-informed of the progress of their case and has a keen understanding of employment law.
I also personally appreciated his ethics and strong integrity, his desire to understand all aspects of the situation, and his objective to be well-balanced when suggesting strategy. I would recommend his services to anyone facing employee rights issues.
Thank you, Frank, for having my best interests in mind throughout our working relationship and for your great support.
CS - Irvine, CA
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February 15, 2008
I was blessed to find Frank Pray to advise me during my difficult separation from my long time employer.
His professionalism and experience were evident throughout our business relationship and I was very pleased with the outcome of my severance.
However, Frank's wisdom and heart, as a brother in Christ will remain in my mind as his strongest attribute.
DP
Aliso Viejo
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July 3, 2007
I found that Frank Pray was very professional and efficient to work with regarding my unjust termination from my previous employer. His willingness to guide me when I was unsure as to how to proceed in my case was extremely beneficial to me.
I would recommend Mr. Pray to anyone who is in need of assistance with regards to employee rights.
SM
Riverside, CA
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January 2, 2007
I have never worked in a company as unbearable as the one I worked for in the past five years. After giving my time, energy and life to this company they let me go without cause or reason. I received a letter that they no longer need my services. In order to let me go, they carried out some very unethical practices. While searching for an Employee/Labor Attorney in the Riverside county area, I was recommended by another attorney to see Frank Pray. Even though his office was in Orange County I made the trip to discuss the issue at hand. He heard my situation and at that moment he told me I had a possible case. Was he ever so right.
Mr. Pray was very understanding, very through, and determined. He got the job done. He was able to get my prior employer to settle out of court. I would recommend him to anyone having employee/labor relations concerns. The best part of all, he was able to justify what my employer did was wrong and at that moment, I felt so vindicated. That's the best feeling of all.
E.B., Riverside, CA
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2005
You approached our daughter's problem with clarity and sensitivity. As a single mom with a new born, she felt crushed and helpless after being fired because of her pregnancy. You obtained a prompt settlement for her that restored her confidence and provided us all with a sense that justice was done.
We suffered as a family because of her pain, and you seemed to understand our desire to work through this problem as a family. In my years of experience as a legal secretary, I have come to recognize good legal practice. I heard about your firm from two attorneys: my own employer, and another attorney in our building. They recommended you highly, and now I understand why: you met or exceeded our expectations.
Thank you so much.
Barbara, Irvine, CA
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2005
I just wanted to take this time after our long battle with my former employer to say "Thank you" for the guidance, energy, and steady assurance you brought to our eventual settlement with the Company. You were my trusted consultant and champion during a very low period of my life. I felt that you were very direct and realistic with me, and yet optimistic that we could obtain a good outcome. You made the best of the evidence in our favor, and I was impressed at how you brought the whole truth out in addressing the Company's distortions and lies.
I felt that you explained the process of litigation to me, and fully prepared me for the way negotiations were likely to proceed. You spent the time and provided the attention my case needed. I was very pleased with the eventual outcome.
Partly as a result of the way you handled my case, I regained my self-esteem and confidence, and today I am fully re-employed in a position that challenges me and encourages my professional growth.
I am truly thankful for all you did for me and will never forget it. I think you are terrific!
G.S., San Clemente CA
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2003
I just had to write to say thank you. You and your team went far above and beyond the call of duty. I will recommend you to everyone that has the same problem. Of the 20+ attorneys I've talked to over the last month, you and your team are definitely in a league of your own far exceeding all of them.
C.P. and G.P., Huntington Beach
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May 2011
I cannot express how grateful I am that I found an attorney as wonderful as
Frank Pray.
When my stress levels and frustration rose during my case, Frank remained calm,
reassuring and compassionate. His knowledge, experience and genuine
kindness is a trait not found in many people.
My case settled and I'm happy to close that chapter of my life. I do not
believe a different attorney could have handled my case as well as Frank did.
With that said, if I ever need advice on an employment law matter, Frank Pray
will be the first person I turn to. He is also the person I will highly
recommend to anyone that is in need of an employment law attorney.
R. - Orange County, CA
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August 5, 2010
After a traumatic and unexpected termination, I sought a few lawyers and explained my case and distress. These lawyers did not make me feel that I had a good case and I felt like they were not interested in advocating for me. When I contacted Frank pray, he immediately made me feel like he was on my team and he would strongly advocate for me which he did for the next 12 months! He never lost faith and he and his associated continually encouraged and assured me that all would be well. The most important thing I got from them was that they cared about me as a person.
Frank, I appreciate you taking a chance on my case and pulling it off as beautifully as you did. You have a big heart and you are right where you are supposed to be. Greg was quite instrumental in gathering pertinent information and I was thankful that you were both on my team. Feeling vindicated is one of life's greatest gifts. With your help, I was able to achieve that. My heart is full and I am grateful.
E. D., So. Calif.
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December 12, 2009
An unexpected voluntary early retirement offer from my employer put me in a state of shock and anguish. I quickly recognized the offer was a "take it or leave it" proposition and I needed help to deal with apparent pending adverse actions. Highly recommended to me by a large international law firm for his knowledge of employment law, professionalism and competence, I met Frank Pray in his Newport Beach office.
He immediately identified how he could protect my employee rights and explained in detail possible outcomes of the strategies he would utilize. He discussed all expected costs and fees and made his first contact with my employer the same day. He maintained continual contact with me through routine phone calls and emails. The end result was an amiable severance settlement appreciably better than the original offer.
T. E., Orange County
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June 18, 2007
I am very pleased to provide an endorsement of the services of Attorney Frank Pray in a matter regarding severing my employment with a long time employer.
He was insightful in his advice, balanced regarding his observations and very helpful in understanding my legal rights as well as the company's obligations to wards me in this matter.
I appreciated his candor and found him very approachable and available when the need arose. I should add that all of our consultations were by phone and email which saved me time and travel expense meeting face to face regarding the case.
I would not hesitate to refer him to any employee at any level who needs an advocate who understands the law and how to negotiate to get a fair deal out of the necessary confrontation that arises from time to time. As a Vice President of HR with 25 years experience, I can now attest that there is a very good plaintiff attorney in Orange County named Frank Pray.
Best regards,
T. D-W
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August
6, 2007
I
received my check and paperwork. I wanted to let you know that your hard work
and integrity really was helpful to overcome the negative feelings toward
another member of your profession. Thank you for working so hard to see justice
done. You put in many hours on this case. I wanted to thank you for working so
hard given the amount. You sought the best outcome and did whatever was
required, without regard to whether the case was big or small. .
I
am truly grateful for what you accomplished. The end goal was achieved for me
in sending the message that no one person is above the law; even an attorney.
Thanks!
S.K.,
Minnesota
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I just wanted to take a few minutes to thank you again for the work that you did for me with regard to my employer. I believe your professionalism in dealing with the management was key to obtaining the settlement I received in such a short period of time. I haven't had a lot of positive experiences with attorneys or the judicial system in the past, so working with you was a real plus for me.
Your sincere compliments regarding my interpersonal skills and professional attitude have certainly help my confidence in establishing myself as an independent consultant.
S.M. Orange County, CA
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Dec. 1, 2005
"I want to thank you for your persistence in reaching a conclusion to my case. My employer refused to acknowledge its responsibility, and held its offers on the low side, delaying for months. You didn't give up, and pushed for the most we could obtain. You even obtained a letter of reference, and a correction to my personnel file showing a resignation instead of involuntary termination. I was very pleased with your efforts, and gratified that you gave my case full attention even when it seemed the dollars were not there."
G.M., Irvine CA
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2003
The new employer (Fortune 500 Company) was very pleased with the way I stated my arguments. I have you to thank for that. Your counsel sharpened my understanding of the negotiation process, and helped me develop realistic expectations. I felt I was successful overall in securing tangible financial results and the intangible reinforcement of my credentials as well. Your professionalism and command of legal issues is absolutely commendable Frank, and I feel entirely comfortable recommending your services to friends and associates.
Thanks for your help.
A.L., Mission Viejo
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