Employment Law
We advocate for employees who have been wronged, to combat discrimination, wage theft and other unlawful workplace practices.
$15B
American workers lose an estimated $15 billion annually due to wage theft.
70,000
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) received over 70,000 workplace discrimination complaints 2022.
25%
Approximately 25% of women experience sexual harassment in the workplace, yet only a fraction of these cases are formally reported.
24,000
Over 24,000 disability discrimination complaints were filed in 2020.
Nearly 2 million American workers report being victims of workplace violence each year.
We understand that your job is a significant aspect of your life and should enhance, not hinder, your well-being.
Our team confronts discrimination, protects whistleblowers, and promotes fair employment practices, from negotiating employment agreements to advocating for family rights and ADA accommodations. In disputes, we manage conflict resolution, and in the courtroom we fight tirelessly to pursue the justice and rights our clients deserve.
In 2020, filings revealed 21,000 age discrimination cases and widespread biases against LGBTQ+ employees, while over 60 million workers faced mandatory arbitration. All expose systemic barriers to workplace justice.
Overview
Employees often face a wide range of problems in the workplace, including wage theft exceeding $15 billion annually, discrimination and harassment, and significant risks to occupational safety. All undermine workers’ rights and dignity.
Black workers in the United States earn about $0.76 to $0.87 for every dollar earned by White workers, reflecting a significant variable racial wage gap.
Race Discrimination
Race discrimination exists across all industries, and these experiences can range from race-based microaggressions to harassment or job loss – none of which you should have to tolerate.
If you suspect you’re facing racial discrimination, your instincts are probably right. Our firm is committed to fighting inequality, understanding that holding employers and colleagues accountable for racism can foster broader workplace equity.
We strive for early case resolution, though our team is prepared for trial. Our commitment is to provide comprehensive, efficient service every step of the way.
There are approximately 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported each year.
Your Rights
- Discrimination & Harassment: A workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, and sexual orientation. Remedies include reinstatement, back pay, compensatory, and punitive damages.
- Wrongful Termination: Compensation for lost wages, benefits, emotional distress, and punitive damages if unlawfully terminated.
- Wage & Hour Violations: Recover unpaid wages, liquidated damages, and attorney's fees for denied wages or overtime, with potential for class action for widespread violations.
- Retaliation & Whistleblower Protection: Protection from retaliation when asserting rights or reporting illegal activities, with potential remedies including reinstatement, back pay, and a share of government recoveries.
- Workplace Safety: Compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and punitive damages if injured due to safety violations.
Approximately 70-77% of female physicians report experiencing gender discrimination in the workplace, which can manifest as sexual harassment, unequal pay, and denial of promotions.
Lawyers' Role
Our team defends employees’ rights, addressing issues like discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes to help ensure fair compensation and workplace justice.
- Challenging Discrimination: We fight workplace discrimination, promoting equal treatment and take action against unjust practices.
- Protect Workers: We help protect whistleblowers from retaliation so their concerns are addressed.
- Negotiating Contracts: We help secure fair terms and benefits through contract negotiations and severance agreements.
- Promote Rights: We promote FMLA rights and ADA accommodations, supporting workplace inclusivity.
- Dispute Resolution: We help resolve disputes through negotiation and mediation, aiming for quick, fair solutions without court intervention.
How We Can Help
Advocacy Against Harassment
Addressing the critical issue of workplace bullying, we advocate for a respectful and harassment-free work environment.
Benefits and Pensions
Our firm focuses on the importance of your benefits and pensions, advocating for your interests when these promises are in question.
Contractual Disputes
We help clarify and enforce the terms of your employment contracts, promoting fair treatment and adherence to agreed terms.
Dispute Resolution and Litigation
We handle conflict resolution from mediation to courtroom advocacy to protect your employment interests.
Employer Compliance
We provide comprehensive legal support to encourage employer adherence to a full spectrum of employment laws, from wage and hour regulations to anti-discrimination statutes.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We promote fairness in your employment, supporting your right to an unbiased work environment and equal opportunity in employment matters.
Leave Entitlements
With our assistance, navigate through the complexities of obtaining the leave you are entitled to, from family to medical, as outlined by law.
Occupational Safety Advocacy
We emphasize your right to a secure and safe workplace, actively addressing any violations of occupational safety standards and seeking appropriate remediation.
Litigating AI-Induced Employment Discrimination
Challenge AI-driven wrongful termination, wage theft, and privacy violations linked to biased algorithms and invasive monitoring.
