Employment Law-Employer
At Gaffney Lewis & Edwards, we work with businesses ranging from small companies to large corporations to defend claims of workplace misconduct and alleged violations of state and federal law.
For a company facing such an allegation, our attorneys will work closely with its leaders throughout the process, maintaining constant communication and keeping business goals in mind. We have the experience to explore the legal options, assess the potential risk to the company and advise the company in a manner that allows leaders to make informed and strategic business decisions during the course of the litigation.
We have defended employers in legal action involving a range of claims, such as:
- Sexual harassment: Including quid pro quo and the creation of a hostile environment.
- Discrimination in the workplace: Including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Violation of state or federal laws: Including Title VII or other federal or state law
- Wrongful termination or wrongful discharge
If a company receives an employee’s complaint alleging misconduct or improper behavior, we can conduct an internal investigation, providing a comprehensive report of our findings and recommendations regarding resolution of the situation. We also can recommend options for preventing problems from arising in the future.
Because of our extensive experience handling employment law matters, we understand the importance of dealing with potential issues in a timely and professional manner. In many situations, corporations can minimize exposure by taking swift action to address and remedy any issues. Furthermore, by acting promptly, a business has a better chance of preserving physical evidence and testimony, should the matter end up in litigation.
We also work with employers to put in place preemptive measures that can minimize exposure to litigation. We will review and draft employee handbooks or policy manuals, as well as employment contracts and non-compete, non-solicitation and nondisclosure agreements.