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Plaintiff employment lawyers advise and represent employees whose rights have been violated by their employer

Many Employment lawyers limit their practice to different types of employment matters. Some employment attorneys exclusively represent workers. Other lawyers, usually labor lawyers, primarily represent the legal needs of employers.

This site is devoted to individuals, consumers, employees, and workers in matters involving unlawful and discriminatory employment and labor practices, including:

  • Termination Based on Unlawful Discrimination
  • Termination Based on Whistle Blower Retaliation
  • Sexual Harassment
  • Hazardous Work Conditions
  • Violations of Overtime
  • Family Leave Act Violations
  • Pay and Hour Violations
  • Breach of Employment Contracts

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