Palos Hills Employment Law Attorney

Your employment significantly impacts many areas of your life, including your lifestyle, financial security, health, insurance, and future. A supportive workplace that nurtures both your professional growth and personal well-being is essential. Whether you are an employee, manager, executive, partner, or small-business owner, maintaining a positive and healthy work environment is just as crucial as the income and benefits you receive.

If you are facing employment-related challenges, seeking to protect your rights, secure your rightful wages and benefits, or even pursue litigation, the Business Law Group offers experienced legal assistance in Palos Hills, Illinois.

Navigating Modern Employment Practices

In the past, conflicts between employers and employees were often resolved through informal discussions. Employees would either comply with the employer’s requests or seek employment elsewhere. However, employment relationships have become more complex, with laws increasingly protecting the rights and welfare of employees.

To safeguard your interests effectively, whether you are an employer or an employee, it is essential to work with a Palos Hills employment law attorney who understands the nuances of employment contracts and ensures they are fair to all parties involved.

Protecting Employee Rights

No matter where you work, there is always the potential to encounter issues that challenge your rights as an employee. Whether you need to assert your rights regarding a contract or defend yourself against allegations that could affect your employment, having a solid understanding of how employment laws have evolved is crucial.

Employment laws have continually adapted to reflect advancements in civil rights, human resources, and workplace environments, particularly with the rapid growth of technology. Whether you are employed by the government, a non-profit organization, a corporation, a small business, or work as a contractor, having a Palos Hills employment law attorney who can advocate for your interests is invaluable.

Challenges for Employers and Employees

Employers and business owners aim to create a positive workplace environment, as it directly impacts productivity, efficiency, and overall profitability. Maintaining respectful relationships with employees is also crucial, ensuring that no codes or contracts related to authority, information, or property are violated.

As an employee, your interests are equally important. You deserve a safe, fair, and healthy workplace free from discrimination and harassment. At Business Law Group, we have extensive experience representing both employers and employees in a wide range of cases, including allegations of workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, misconduct, wage law violations, privacy breaches, and violations of safety and health laws. We are committed to fostering a fair workplace that does not tolerate discrimination based on disability, gender, race, or sexual orientation.

Understanding Federal Employee Rights

Federal employees often enjoy certain protections not available to private sector employees, but they also face a complex administrative system when filing complaints. Resolving grievances within federal institutions can be particularly challenging.

Federal employees are not immune to workplace harassment, discrimination, denial of promotions or salary increases, wrongful termination, or retaliation for whistleblowing. They deserve competent legal representation to address and resolve these issues.

Navigating the complex system that federal employees must go through to successfully pursue a workplace complaint can be daunting, but it is a crucial step toward transforming an abusive workplace into a functional and healthy environment.

Supporting Current and Former Military Members

Despite the institutional privileges granted to those who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces, they are still vulnerable to unfair treatment and discrimination in the workplace. As the number of individuals serving in the military decreases each year, those returning to civilian life may find it challenging to secure employment and build new careers.

At Business Law Group, we are dedicated to assisting current and former members of the Armed Forces in upholding their rights and protecting themselves against discrimination and mistreatment in the workplace, whether in federal or private organizations.

Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)

The rights of uniformed service members and the responsibilities of their civilian employers are outlined in the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). The Act guarantees the following rights:

• The right to be reemployed in the same or a similar position after returning from military service.
• Protection against discrimination based on military history.
• The right to continue employer-based health care coverage for up to 24 months while serving in the military.
• Equal employment advancement opportunities as those without military history.
• Protection against penalties in terms of seniority or job position due to military service.
• The right to enforce these protections without facing discrimination or retaliation based on military history.

If you believe you are experiencing workplace discrimination or hostility due to your military background, you deserve to have your legal rights protected. Business Law Group is here to help.

Advocating for Employees

Business Law Group is a respected law firm with significant experience in protecting the legal rights of employees across various institutions, including federal and local governments, private businesses, law enforcement, and non-governmental organizations. Our commitment to helping employees eliminate discrimination, harassment, and unfair treatment in the workplace is unwavering.

We offer legal assistance in the following areas:

• Adverse action and disciplinary matters
• Internal investigations
• Fitness for duty examinations
• Security clearance issues
• Cases involving Giglio-type matters
• Harassment, including sexual harassment
• Whistleblower claims
• Retaliation and reprisal cases
• Discrimination based on race, gender, marital status, age, ethnicity, military history, national origin, or disability

Private Sector Employee Rights

Business Law Group is committed to advocating for the rights of employees in the private sector who face mistreatment in the workplace, including discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, hostile work environments, and related issues. We are well-versed in federal laws designed to protect these employees.

We also represent federal law enforcement personnel, professionals in specialized positions, senior federal employees, and those with security clearances.

Supporting Employees with Physical and Mental Impairments

Our firm collaborates with medical professionals to provide assistance to employees with physical, emotional, psychological, or psychiatric impairments, particularly if workplace conditions have contributed to or worsened these conditions.

We aim to help employees preserve their professional positions, secure necessary accommodations, and navigate reassignment or retirement options when necessary.

Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

The law protects all employees from any form of sexual harassment in the workplace, including inappropriate comments, stereotyping, or direct demands for sexual activity. We are prepared to handle your case with the utmost professionalism and sensitivity, ensuring that your privacy and well-being are respected throughout the process.

Supporting Employees with Substance Abuse Issues

We also provide legal assistance to employees struggling with substance abuse or alcoholism. You can trust us to approach these cases with fairness, compassion, and professionalism.

Contact a Palos Hills Employment Lawyer for a Free Consultation

If you are an employee facing unfair business practices, employer discrimination, mistreatment, or a hostile work environment, the legal team at Business Law Group is ready to help.

If you are an employer seeking to create a functional and effective workplace, Business Law Group is here to provide the guidance you need.

Call Business Law Group today at 224-353-6498 for your Free Consultation with a Palos Hills Employment Law Attorney!