Labor law covers your rights as an employee: how you are paid, how you are treated, and what happens when a job ends. If something at work does not seem right, the details matter, and an independent attorney can tell you whether the law may be involved.
What this covers
- Wrongful termination and being fired after speaking up
- Discrimination and harassment at work
- Retaliation for reporting a problem or asking for something you are owed
- Unpaid wages, overtime, and missed meal or rest breaks
- Being treated as a contractor when you work like an employee
What to have ready
- Your employer's name, your job title and your dates of work
- Pay stubs, schedules and any records of hours worked
- Termination letters, emails, texts and performance reviews
- Notes on what happened and when, including who was involved
Common questions
Is every unfair firing unlawful? No. Being let go unfairly is not always against the law, which is why the details matter. In general, a firing may be unlawful if it breaks a law or an agreement, for example when it is retaliation or discrimination. An attorney can look at your facts.
Is there a deadline for workplace claims? Many workplace claims have short deadlines that vary by type of claim. Speaking with an attorney soon is the safest way to avoid missing one. Client to Law cannot tell you which deadline applies.