Employment

The Law Office of James R. Douglass, Co., LPA assists both employers and employees through legal advice and representation to resolve their employment issues.

Employers

James R. Douglass, Co., LPA strives to provide your business with legal advice that helps you avoid employment disputes. Basing your employment on sound legal premises is the most effective course of action to stay clear of future conflict. Employee handbooks, proper employment contracts, clear management direction for dealing with sexual harassment and other discrimination issues are all preventative measures an employer must have in place to successfully run a business. Our lawyers work with employers to establish wage and hour, minimum wage and overtime policies that are in compliance with employment law. Employment issues are best avoided by acquiring legal advice early on from a lawyer with seasoned experience in employment law.

Employees

Employees may find that their work environment consists of intolerable circumstances involving sexual harassment or other types of discrimination. Perhaps an employee suspects that his or her wages and hours do not comply with employment law regulating minimum wage or overtime.

Our law firm provides legal advice and counsels employees regarding remedies available, such as through the EEOC (the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission), a federal agency established to enforce civil rights when discrimination exists in the workplace. After EEOC relief has been sought and if probable cause is determined, an employee may take further action through an EEOC administrative hearing or civil litigation. A lawyer at our firm will advise you of your rights and the most cost-effective or timely approach to resolve your matter.

Litigation/Mediation/Arbitration

Our law firm offers representation through mediation, arbitration or courtroom litigation for the following employment issues:

• Sexual Harassment
• Discrimination
• Wage and Hour Disputes
• Employment Contracts
• Non-compete violations
• Trade Secret or Proprietary Information Disclosure

Attorney James R. Douglass has dealt with the legal aspect of employment law since 1980. Put his experience to work on your behalf. We will arrange a consultation at your convenience to discuss your employment concerns. Please contact our office at 216-991-7640 and we will schedule an appointment.