Baltimore, MD Employment Law Attorneys

Baltimore, Maryland Lawyers for Retaliation and Discrimination

Employment issues can profoundly impact a person's life, affecting their financial stability and their personal and emotional well-being. Employees who have suffered financial losses or other forms of harm due to employment law violations by employers have legal options, and they can take steps to protect their rights by working with a skilled attorney. Freedman Law, LLC provides dedicated legal help to clients in Baltimore, including helping employees address violations of their rights and working with employers to resolve employment law concerns effectively.

Addressing Wrongful Termination

Wrongful termination occurs when an employer unlawfully fires an employee. Maryland, like many states, follows the employment-at-will doctrine, which allows employers to terminate employees for almost any reason. However, this doctrine has limitations. In some cases, terminations may violate anti-discrimination laws, or an employee may be terminated in response to legally protected activities such as reporting workplace safety issues. Our attorneys can help employees by reviewing the circumstances of their termination, gathering evidence to show that a wrongful termination occurred, and taking appropriate action to recover compensation for financial losses or restore a person to their former position.

Responding to Retaliation by Employers

Retaliation occurs when an employer penalizes or takes other unlawful actions against an employee for engaging in legally protected activities. Retaliatory actions can include demotion, salary reduction, job reassignment, harassment, or termination. A Baltimore employment law attorney at Freedman Law, LLC can help employees gather evidence of unlawful retaliation and seek remedies such as reinstatement, back pay, or compensation for damages.

Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Claims

Many employees face harassment in the workplace. Sexual harassment can take many forms. "Quid pro quo" harassment may involve a manager or supervisor offering benefits in exchange for sexual favors or threatening to fire or penalize an employee who does not meet their demands. Sexual harassment may also involve words or actions that create a hostile environment that affects an employee's ability to perform work. When employees report sexual harassment, they may sometimes face retaliation from their employer or coworkers. Our attorneys can provide guidance and legal representation for employees who have experienced sexual harassment, ensuring that they can report these issues, make complaints to government agencies, recover compensation for their damages, and implement changes to prevent workplace harassment in the future.

Family Medical Leave and Disability Accommodations

Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees who work for employers of a certain size can take unpaid leave to receive medical treatment, provide care for loved ones, or address other family responsibilities. Similarly, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees to address disabilities and ensure that they can perform work effectively. Unfortunately, some employers may not follow these laws, or they may retaliate against employees for exercising their rights. Our lawyers can help address concerns related to family medical leave and disability accommodations, ensuring that employees will be able to assert their rights and maintain employment.

Legal Options for Employees Facing Discrimination

Employees may encounter multiple forms of discrimination by employers. When employees are treated unfairly because of factors such as gender, race, sexual orientation, age, or pregnancy, they will need to understand their legal options for seeking justice. Our attorneys can employees prepare and file discrimination complaints with the appropriate government agencies and resolve these issues through mediation or other methods. If concerns about discrimination cannot be resolved in this manner, we can help employees take legal action to seek remedies such as back pay, reinstatement, compensatory damages, and punitive damages.

Additional Employment Law Services

Freedman Law, LLC can also assist with other concerns that may affect employees and employers, including:

• Reviewing and Negotiating Severance Agreements: Employees may be asked to sign legal agreements when leaving a company. These agreements can include provisions for severance pay, benefits, and other forms of compensation if an employee agrees to abide by non-compete or non-disclosure agreements. Our employment law attorneys can severance agreements, negotiate better terms, and ensure that the employee's rights are fully protected.
• Recovering Unpaid Wages: Wage theft is a common issue that affects many employees. Our lawyers can help address concerns related to the improper classification of employees, unpaid overtime, failure to provide benefits, or other situations where wages may not be paid correctly.
• Assisting Employers With Dispute Resolution: Freedman Law, LLC also assists employers in Baltimore who need help resolving disputes with employees. These disputes may be related to wrongful termination claims, wage disputes, allegations of discrimination or harassment, or breaches of employment agreements. We can provide representation in negotiations or litigation, working to resolve disputes efficiently while minimizing legal risks and maintaining compliance with all relevant laws.

Contact Our Baltimore Employment Lawyers

Freedman Law, LLC has the experience needed to address multiple types of employment law concerns. We can help employees or employers protect their rights and interests and resolve disputes they may encounter. Learn more about our services by contacting us at 410-290-6230.