There are several cases in which wrongful termination can be proved in a court of law. This includes violations of federal and/or state discrimination laws, violations of labor laws, violations of public policy, and sexual harassment.
Did you know charges of office retaliation doubled from 1997 to 2010? In fact, by 2010, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) received more retaliation charges than any other type of labor issue.
Environmental law relies on federal mandates and regulations to reduce dangers associated with the environment and increase public health and awareness. If you or a loved one has been affected by a breach of these laws, we can help.
Every state has areas that have been contaminated in one way or another by a previous project or business. The Brownfields Program, enacted by the EPA in 1995, makes grants and other funding available for the cleanup of these sites as part of the preparation of re-introducing them into commerce.
If you have experienced a breach of contract, you will mostly likely be eligible for monetary damages that will put you back in the position you would have enjoyed in the contract had been adhered to. In some cases, the offending party may be ordered to carry out its contractual obligations.
Do you believe you've been fired for unfair reasons? An employment attorney can help you determine whether you've been terminated in a way that violates your legal rights.