At Crowley So, LLP, our employment attorneys are dedicated to protecting the rights and interests of private-sector employees across the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan region. We play a vital role in safeguarding employees' rights by promoting fair treatment in the workplace and holding employers accountable for unlawful conduct. Our lawyers provide knowledgeable guidance, strategic advocacy, and effective representation to empower employees in navigating the complexities of employment law.
Our Legal Services for Private Sector Employees
The employment attorneys at Crowley So counsel and represent private sector employees in the comprehensive range of work-related matters, including:
- Wrongful Termination: Our employment attorneys represent employees who have been wrongfully terminated in violation of employment contracts, public policy, or anti-retaliation laws. We investigate the circumstances of the termination, negotiate severance agreements, and pursue legal remedies such as reinstatement, back pay, and compensatory damages.
- Harassment and Hostile Work Environment: In assisting employees who have experienced harassment, bullying, or a hostile work environment based on protected traits, our employment attorneys advise employees on their rights, help them report incidents appropriately, and pursue legal action against employers who fail to address or prevent harassment.
- Employment Contracts and Non-Compete Agreements: The employment lawyers at Crowley So negotiate employment contracts, including terms of employment, compensation, benefits, and restrictive covenants such as non-compete agreements and non-disclosure agreements. We provide counsel on enforceability issues and ensure that every contract and agreement fully protects the client’s rights and interests..
- Family and Medical Leave: Our attorneys advise employees on their rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and state leave laws. We help employees seek leave for medical conditions, pregnancy, childbirth, or caring for family members, and protect our clients from retaliation for exercising their FMLA rights.
- Retaliation and Whistleblower Protection: The legal services at Crowley So include advising employees who have been retaliated against for engaging in protected activities such as reporting illegal conduct, filing complaints, or participating in investigations. Our employment attorneys help employees understand their rights, document retaliation, and pursue legal action to obtain remedies and protections.
- Employment Discrimination: The employment lawyers at Crowley So advise employees on discrimination based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. We assist employees in filing discrimination charges with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and state agencies and represent clients in litigation if necessary.
- Wage and Hour Compliance: Our employment attorneys ensure compliance with federal and state laws governing minimum wage, overtime pay, meal and rest breaks, and other wage-related matters. We help employees recover unpaid wages, challenge misclassification as exempt employees, and pursue claims of wage theft or unpaid overtime.
Connect With an Employment Attorney
Crowley So welcomes inquiries from private sector employees seeking legal counsel and representation on any work-related matter. We invite you to learn more about our services and how we can assist with your legal needs by using the online contact form to schedule a consultation. Based in Washington, D.C., we provide employment law services throughout the D.C. Metro Area, including in Maryland and Northern Virginia.
