Minnesota Employment Lawyers

Employment Law

As an employee, you have various rights in the workplace under state and federal laws, including the right not to have your employer discriminate against or harass you, the right to fair and full payment for your labor, or the right in some circumstances to protected medical or family leave. After an employer violates your worker rights, a knowledgeable employment law attorney from Fabian May & Anderson, PLLP, can help you seek accountability, compensation, and other relief. Contact our firm today for an initial case review to learn how we will fight to secure the justice you need and deserve due to your employer’s misconduct.

Why Choose an Employment Law Attorney from Fabian May & Anderson, PLLP?

When you have a legal claim against your employer, your choice of legal counsel can make a difference in the outcome of your case. Turn to the legal team at Fabian May & Anderson, PLLP, for the advice and advocacy you need because:

We have made it our mission to help workers understand their rights and the legal process when they are involved in disputes with their employers.
Our lawyers have decades of experience successfully pursuing legal claims to hold employers accountable for misconduct against their workers.
We are well respected by courts and in the broader community as zealous and principled advocates.

Understanding Employment Law

Various state and federal laws protect employees’ rights in the workplace. These laws provide that you are entitled to a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, to be paid for the work you perform, as well as the ability to take medical or family leave. For example, laws such as the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibit employers from discriminating against or harassing employees or prospective employees. Both the Minnesota Payment of Wages Act and the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and Equal Pay Act protect workers’ wage and compensation rights. The federal Family and Medical Leave Act grants eligible workers job-protected unpaid leave for medical reasons or to welcome a new child into one’s family.

Types of Employment Law Matters We Handle

At Fabian May & Anderson, PLLP, our employment law attorneys assist workers with legal disputes or matters with their employers. Turn to us if you need help with a case involving:

Harassment or Discrimination – State and federal laws make it illegal for employers to discriminate against current or prospective workers or to create or foster a hostile work environment due to an employee’s race, color, national origin, religious belief, sex/gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or pregnancy. Our firm represents workers pursuing discrimination and harassment claims against employers.
Whistleblower Retaliation – Employees who experience retaliation for making complaints or reports about unlawful conduct, or refuse to participate in such conduct, may be entitled to legal protections and the recovery of damages. We defend employees’ rights and interests when they experience retaliation by their employer.
Medical and Parental Leave – Qualifying workers have the right to take job-protected or paid leave for medical treatment/recovery, to care for a sick immediate family member, to prepare for the birth/adoption of a child, or to bond with a new child. Our firm can assist workers with securing leave after an employer’s initial refusal or pursuing compensation after an employer retaliates against a worker for requesting or taking protected leave.
Unemployment Benefits – Some workers who lose their jobs may qualify for unemployment insurance benefits through Minnesota’s Unemployment Insurance Law. Our firm helps individuals whose applications for unemployment benefits have been denied due to a determination of ineligibility, representing applicants through the appeals process.
Wages and Compensation – Wage and hour laws guarantee workers’ rights to compensation for their labor. They include mandating pay that meets minimum wage, requiring overtime pay for many workers, and ensuring timely payment of wages or salaries. We advocate for workers who do not receive the full pay to which the law entitles them.
Reviewing and Negotiating Employment Agreements – Our extensive knowledge of employment law allows us to help workers protect their rights and interests when negotiating contracts with employers. Our firm can review and advise you on documents such as employment contracts, non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements, non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements, commission agreements, and severance agreements.

Remedies for Violations of Your Rights Under Employment Law

Workers who experience violations of their rights under state and federal employment laws may pursue various claims against their employers to obtain remedies for the harm caused by the employer’s actions. Examples of relief available in an employment law claim against an employer include:

Reinstatement to employment after a wrongful termination
Compensation for lost wages
Compensation for reputational harm or emotional distress
In some cases, statutory penalties, attorneys’ fees and punitive damages

How Can Our Firm Help You?

When your employer has violated your worker rights under state or federal law, the legal team at Fabian May & Anderson, PLLP, can help you seek financial or injunctive relief through claims. Our firm will fight to protect your interests and help you seek the outcome you want and deserve in your case by:

Thoroughly investigating your claims to secure evidence we can use to build your case
Evaluating whether you may have viable legal claims against your employer
Documenting your financial losses or other personal harm to determine what compensation you may deserve to recover
Sitting down with you to discuss your needs, goals, and concerns to ensure we seek relief tailored to your interests
Filing your claims with the appropriate state or federal court, or with the appropriate government agency
Vigorously pursuing the best possible resolution to your dispute or matter, whether that means negotiating a settlement with your employer or taking your case to trial to hold your employer accountable

Contact Our Firm Today for Experienced Legal Guidance

If you have a legal claim or dispute with your employer, you need experienced legal advice and advocacy to protect your rights and interests. Contact Fabian May & Anderson, PLLP, today for a confidential consultation with our legal team to discuss your options for seeking compensation or other relief after your employer has violated your employment law rights.

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