Serving Employees and Employers in Legal Matters

Serving Employees and Employers in Legal Matters

At Scott Law Firm, we are prepared to give our clients the relevant information they need in the area of employment law. If you are either an employer or employee, we are able to assist through this legal situation and can help you find the answers that are relevant to your situation. For employees who have concerns over a legal workplace situation and for employers who want information on the legal aspects of the hiring and firing process, a lawyer from our firm can assist you. We can carefully review the situation and inform you of all your state and federal legal rights. Our team can then advise you as to the approach that you should take. We are thoroughly familiar with many types of employment law, including the following:

Discrimination

Workplace discrimination is unlawful. This includes discrimination based on age, race, sex, religion, nationality, pregnancy status, or disability. This is found under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and specifies that employers cannot hire or fire based on those considerations.

Employment Contract
Some employees have additional job security through an employment contract. This should be reviewed by an employment lawyer prior to being signed. These contracts can be very difficult to negotiate and understand on ones’ own, and a lawyer from our firm can carefully examine it to make sure it works for both parties and does not violate any laws.

OSHA

OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It covers all employees and employers in all 50 states except for self-employed persons, farms that employ immediate family members, and employees of state and local governments. It covers many laws that must be followed by both employer and employee in the workplace.

Tortious Interference

Intentional interference with contractual relations, or tortious interference, takes place when an individual deliberately damages a contractual relationship and causes another individual to commit a breach of contract. If one party interferes with the other’s ability to fulfill a contract, this is a violation of tort law.

Wage and Overtime Disputes

Wage and Overtime Disputes

Wage-overtime disputes are governed under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Under this act, employees are entitled to specific rights and protections, which means that employers who violate this act are liable for their wrongdoing. Employers must abide by certain requirements, and if they do not, then they could face serious problems.

Whistleblower

A whistleblower is an individual who discloses information that he or she believes shows dishonest or illegal misconduct. This information should be reasonably believed to show an evidence of gross mismanagement, an abuse of authority of employer, a violation of a law or regulation, or a substantial danger to public health or safety. There are laws to protect whistle blowers, including the United States False Claims Act revised in 1986.

Wrongful Termination

Employees are protected from wrongful termination from their employer. There are many circumstances that you cannot be fired for, such as filing a claim for discrimination, claiming to have been sexually harassed, or becoming pregnant.

Discuss Your Legal Matter with an Employment Lawyer

If you are having trouble with a legal workplace matter involving an employee-employer relationship, then it is important to talk to a legal representative from our firm. We can discuss your case with you to find out where you stand on the matter. Our firm can recommend you a course of action to follow to help you stand on a solid foundation. We can use our previous experiences to build your case and help you get the answers you require.

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a very serious issue. Penalties for this crime can be extensive, and you could face life-altering circumstances depending on the severity of your charge and sentencing. First, you must be made aware of what counts as a domestic relationship and who can legally be considered victims of domestic violence. It is important to know that both parties in the relationship can suffer from domestic violence regardless of their sex. Current or former roommates, spouses, dating parties, and people who have a child in common can all be the victims of domestic violence.

The various types of actions that can be considered for charges in a domestic violence case can include any of the following:

  • An attempt to cause bodily injury to another
  • Causing fear of imminent bodily injury
  • Emotional harassment
  • Sexual assault of any kind

In the case of fear of injury, and emotional distress, there are little-to-no physical signs of this abuse, and therefore, there is little evidence required for a law enforcement officer to make an arrest. This means that you could be arrested and charged with domestic violence based solely on the word of an angry ex-spouse for example. It is vitally important that you are given justice, and that you have a chance to fight for your rights in court.

Serving the Criminally Accused

It is important that you have skillful representation in your case as domestic violence charges can be difficult to face. At Scott Law Firm, we provide our clients with skillful and aggressive legal assistance to achieve favorable outcomes to the cases that we handle. We understand the fear, anxiety, and emotional hardship that you may be experiencing if you have been charged with a crime, and we can provide you with the representation that you need in your case.

Are you filing for divorce?

Are you filing for divorceDivorce is one of the most dreaded legal situations that anyone can face. Even if the two parties are not at complete odds, family law legal matters can divide and destroy a family. Studies have shown that, next to the death of a child, there is hardly a more devastating time than dealing with a divorce. Going through a divorce or dealing with fights concerning the custody of children rank amongst the most traumatic ordeals that individuals may face. At Scott Law Firm, we can help you obtain divorce, custody, and financial freedom no matter what kind of divorce you are facing. Our legal team can help you deal with the stressful ordeal of separating from a spouse. We can also help you attempt to strategize for any of the following legal concerns:

Alimony

Alimony is also called spousal support. It is the payment of money from one ex-spouse to the other. It is awarded based on many factors, including the financial condition of each spouse, their educational needs, the earning power of each spouse, and the relative advancement of each spouse.

Child Custody

As a parent experiencing divorce, you will probably seek out the option that is in your child’s best interest when it comes to child custody matters. For many couples, this is a highly debated and controversial topic, and a lawyer can help you determine what is in the best interest of the child.

Child Support

Both parents are expected to provide physically and financially for the child’s well-being. A financial agreement will have to be established in the final trial. Child support calculations are determined based on a variety of factors, including the number of children and the lifestyle that he or she is used to living.

Divorce

Divorce can be a stressful, emotional, and complicated situation because of the nature of dissolution. The parties rarely agree on many matters, and this can cause hardship for them and any children involved. Each case is unique and personal, and for that reason, it is important to involve a family law attorney.

Legal Separation

Legal separation consists of many of the same factors as a divorce except that the parties are not legally divorced. The couple remains legally married, but they are able to divide up assets, both financially and physically. Separation is typically chosen when there is a chance of reconciliation.

Restraining Order

A restraining order is an order of protection that requires an individual to refrain from performing specific acts. If this individual breaks any portion of the restraining order, such a violation merits arrest and a possible prison sentence. The order makes it so that the abuser must stay away from another’s workplace, home, and / or school.

Undoing a Marriage

At Scott Law Firm, no one can undo your “I do” like we do! We can help procure a healthy financial future for you. When you need an experienced litigator to look out for your needs and interests, we are here. Scott Law Firm has given quality and affordable legal service to many individuals undergoing difficult life experiences concerning family law matters. When domestic disputes arise, our office has provided zealous representation to help our clients obtain great outcomes.

No matter what the cause of your divorce, whether a result of an unfaithful partner or a desire to want more out of your life, Scott Law Firm is the firm for you! You can let us begin fighting for you by taking advantage of our free case evaluation. Please feel free to complete the form below to begin our work of “undoing your ‘I do.'”