The following are some of the issues that arise in the workplace.
Wages and Overtime
Wage or overtime violations (FLSA, IMWA, IMWPCA), unpaid commissions, off-the-clock time, including class actions can all create issues for employees and employers. There are strict record-keeping requirements as well. Choate Law can help guide you though these matters.
Contract Matters
Choate Law has extensive experience negotiating, drafting, and reviewing employment contracts including severance agreements. Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements have been subject to substantial changes recently, as well.
Workplace Discrimination
Discrimination at work can be based in many different protected classes including:
- Race discrimination
- National origin discrimination
- Sex discrimination (gender discrimination)
- Age discrimination in employment
- Sexual orientation discrimination
This list isn't exhaustive, but gives an idea of the types of protected classes.
Retaliation
Retaliation after complaining of discrimination or harassment is prohibited. Despite the laws, retaliation in the workplace happens.
Workplace Harassment
As with discrimination, harassment that occurs because of your membership in a protected class is forbidden under various laws.