Rockville Employment Law Attorney
Emejuru Law Offers Clients Strong, Compassionate Advocacy
Employment law is a complex area of the law that governs the relationship between employers and employees. It covers various issues, including hiring, firing, wages, benefits, discrimination, harassment, and more. Employment laws are critical to protecting employee rights in the workplace. At Emejuru Law, we are passionate about helping employees across Rockville and the surrounding areas fight back against harassment and discrimination.
We can help you with a wide range of employment law issues, including:
- Discrimination cases
- Sexual harassment cases
- Retaliation & whistleblower cases
- Wrongful termination cases
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) claims
- Administrative defense cases
- Non-compete agreement disputes
- Fair labor standards cases
- Separation and severance agreement case
- Wage and hour disputes
- Governmental affairs cases
- Employee benefits law cases
- Workplace safety and occupational health cases
- Merit System Protection Board (MSPB) cases
- EEOC mediation and administrative hearings.
We also believe in the importance of protecting employee rights. However, we also understand the stress and anxiety that can come with these types of cases. With this in mind, we are standing by to provide the compassionate and dedicated legal support you need.
Call (240) 607-5552 or contact us onlineto schedule a consultation with our Rockville employment law attorney.
Understanding Key Employment Rights Laws
Several laws are in place to protect employees from discrimination, harassment, and other rights violations. These laws collectively provide robust protection for employees, promoting fairness, dignity, and respect within the workplace.
Five of the most well-known laws affecting employee rights in the workplace are:
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII): This landmark law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Title VII has been seminal in protecting individuals from unfair treatment in the workplace.
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The ADA ensures people with disabilities are afforded the same rights and opportunities as everyone else, including within the workplace. It prohibits discrimination and mandates reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.
- The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): The ADEA shields employees who are 40 years of age or older from discrimination based on their age, promoting fairness for mature workers.
- The Equal Pay Act of 1963 (EPA): The EPA mandates equal pay for men and women performing the same job duties within the same organization. It's a crucial law in the fight against gender-based wage discrimination.
- The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): The FMLA entitles eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons, ensuring that people don't have to choose between their job and their health or family.