What kind of attorney do I need for work related issues?

For work and employment related issues, you need an “employment lawyer” or “labor law lawyer.” The terms are interchangeable. A complex web of different laws and regulations protect workers in the United States, but many of them are unaware of their rights at the workplace.

Do you need a lawyer for employment contract?

A legally binding employment contract can be enforced by a court. So you need an experienced contract lawyer if you are entering into an employment contract.

What happens if you break a contract with an employer?

If your employer breaks your employment contract, you are entitled to what you should have received under its terms. Generally speaking, this means that your employer owes you money. Instead, the court would order the employer to pay you the money that you missed out on as a result of the breach.

Is it legal to work without an employment contract?

There is no legal requirement for an employee to have a written contract of employment, although having something in writing can make it easier to understand what your contractual obligations and rights are. Sometimes employment contracts can be verbal, which is especially common in small businesses.

When do you need a lawyer for your employer?

To fully enforce state and federal laws protecting employees against illegal actions by their employers, you will need an attorney in many situations where you have a serious problem with your employer and need to take legal action.

Can a company sue an employee without a lawyer?

Most employers have much more experience and resources than you to evaluate and handle claims. An employee who has not consulted an attorney can be at a real disadvantage. Succeeding in an employment lawsuit without a lawyer (called filing “pro se”) is virtually impossible.

Why do you need an attorney for an employment dispute?

Most attorneys representing employees do so because they understand that non-unionized employees are relatively powerless against employers. While you may be caught up in a serious employment dispute only once or twice in your lifetime, some larger employers and their attorneys handle many employment disputes every single day.

Do you need an employment attorney to write a handbook?

You’ll need an employment attorney to understand the implications of the laws. Companies are available that specialize in writing handbooks, and if you go that route, make sure that an employment attorney who is licensed in your state reviews the completed handbook.