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Employment Law for Employers

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Practice Areas

Employment Litigation Prevention
Employee Handbooks
Litigation Defense and Policies: Title VII, Wrongful Termination, Discrimination, Retaliation, Whistleblower, FLSA, FMLA, FHA, Trade Secrets Act, Non-compete and non-disclosure violations
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Compliance

Employee Leaves
Human Resource Audits
ADA, Disability and Reasonable Accommodation
Workplace Training
Internal workplace investigations
EEOC and state civil rights administrative agency representation
Termination and Layoff Consultation

Unemployment Benefits
Trade Secrets Law
Arbitration and Mediation
Non-compete, non-solicitation, non-disclosure agreements
Family Medical Act Leave Compliance
Federal Fair Housing Act Consultation and Representation
Workers Compensation Defense

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Julia White

Corporate Trainer, Raleigh-Durham North Carolina

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Gallery Director at Gallery C, Akron Ohio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to avoid litigation?

Establish a solid relationship with an experienced employment lawyer like me and have your business systems and processes reviewed to ensure that your business is complying with current employment laws. That way, you are in the most defensible posture if an employee makes a claim against your business.

Why should your business have an employee handbook?

Even though companies are not legally required to have an employee handbook, having one will protect your business in several ways. For example, a handbook lets your employees know what is expected of them; and creates uniformity in the treatment of all employees regardless of whether or not they are in a protected class. There are many other ways a properly drafted handbook will protect your business. I will be happy to discuss those with you.

What should be done when there is an internal complaint of discrimination?

While no one wants an employee to complain, it is best to get a complaint internally. That allows you an opportunity to respond and correct if you find a problem. In some instances, an internal investigation might be legally required; and, it could (when properly done) allow you an absolute defense to an employee’s further legal claims against your business.

When should an attorney be consulted about an employee complaint?

You should have an ongoing relationship with an experienced employment lawyer like me to help you navigate through the maze of laws that exist governing employee rights. That way, you will maximize productivity and morale. Plus, it is the best way to avoid the cost of litigation.

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mmorris@mmorrislaw.com

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