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As an employee, you have rights. Labor laws protect you from unfair and unlawful labor practices. It doesn’t matter what industry you work in. Or what type of worker you are classified as.
If you have been treated unfairly,
Malk Law Firm can help.
First, your assigned legal team will gather records related to your claim, including your contract, time sheets, and communications via email or other work-related platforms.
These documents will help your attorney understand the extent of your claim and build your case for compensation.
Your attorney and legal team will investigate your workplace claim in great detail to gather the necessary evidence.
They will look at the documents you provide and may also look at employment records, contracts, and other workplace data.
Your attorney will negotiate with the defense, outside of the courtroom, to help get you the compensation you may be entitled to.
If settlement negotiations are unsuccessful, your attorney is prepared to go to trial and present your case in the strongest possible form.
I feel very fortunate that Michael took on my case. He saw the injustice that I experienced and did everything possible to support me. He advocated for me in ways that I hadn’t considered would be necessary. Michael also involved me in all decisions and truly valued my input. Equally important, he always showed compassion and understood how hard pursuing a lawsuit can be on a client. He made it clear that we are in this together. I could not have asked for a better lawyer and advocate.
I feel very fortunate that Michael took on my case. He saw the injustice that I experienced and did everything possible to support me.
Simply put, labor and employment laws cover your rights in the workplace. Here are some examples:
When an employee is fired from their job unlawfully, it’s referred to as wrongful termination. We commonly see cases where an employer has fired someone in a discriminatory manner or in retaliation to an employee who was doing what they felt was the right thing.
Although there have been strict laws against workplace discrimination for years, it’s still a prevalent issue. Here are some of the most common forms:
Harassment is a form of employment discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, (ADA).
Petty slights, annoyances, and isolated incidents (unless extremely serious) will not rise to the level of illegality. To be unlawful, the conduct must create a work environment that would be intimidating, hostile, or offensive to reasonable people.
Harassment in the workplace can be a complex topic for both employees and employers to deal with. Here are some tips to help ensure you taking the proper steps and protecting yourself along the way: