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Why Should a Business Hire an Employment Lawyer?

Andrew Rhoden • Feb 04, 2022

Employment lawyers can make the Difference

Employment lawyers can help a business navigate the complexities of an employee's rights and their obligations. Whether it is a lawsuit or a contract dispute, an employment lawyer can provide valuable counsel to a company. The following are some examples of common legal issues that businesses face:
  • Contract Disputes;
  • Civil Rights Violations;
  • Covid 19 Safety;
  • Discrimination;
  • Harassment;
  • Investigations;
  • Defense Against Wrongful Termination Suits;
  • Contract Negotiations with Employees;
  • OSHA Compliance;
  • Threats;
  • Sexual Harassment; or
  • Retaliation Claims
Who is an employment lawyer?
An employment lawyer is a professional who handles legal issues in the workplace, including wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and wage and hour disputes. Businesses today have a growing list of regulations they must comply with; this includes employment law. Employment lawyers can help make sure your business does not violate any regulations when hiring employees. These attorneys also represent businesses in lawsuits like discrimination or sexual harassment cases, when they are found to be at fault. They may even advise you about how to avoid such problems altogether by drafting contracts that protect both parties from unfair treatment. If an employee is fired for cause, he or she has certain rights under federal and state laws. If an employer fires someone without just cause, it could face legal consequences. Employment law attorneys can help businesses avoid problems before they arise.

Why should an employer hire an employment lawyer?
The employment attorney is the only person that can be trusted to protect an employer's interests. The best employment attorneys are well versed in all the complex details of state and federal law, including discrimination laws, wage and hour laws, family medical leave act (FMLA) exemptions for employers, sexual harassment law, healthcare law, disability law, and employee classification issues. They also know how to navigate through a complicated personnel system like HRIS, which may include payroll systems, performance management software, timekeeping systems, job descriptions, compensation plans, benefits programs, etc. The first step towards avoiding any potential problems is knowing what you should do before something goes wrong.

What are the benefits of hiring an employment lawyer? 
The business should hire an employment attorney to protect their business from any liability that arises out of the employer and employee relationship. An employment lawyer can review documents before signing, draft company policies, talk to employees about legal rights they have, negotiate benefits for employees, and more. A good employment law attorney will also be able to help with employee relations issues such as:
  • Negotiating a contract or agreement between employer and employee;
  • Drafting contracts and agreements;
  • Providing advice on how to avoid discrimination claims;
  • Advising employers on compliance with federal laws regarding hiring practices;
  • Helping employers comply with state and local labor regulations;
  • Representing employers in court proceedings involving alleged violations of workers’ compensation statutes;
  • Reviewing and negotiating severance packages;
  • Preparing non-compete clauses;
  • Handling wage disputes; and
  • Resolving employment termination matters.
Who can benefit from hiring an employment lawyer?
Hiring an attorney to represent your company can be a huge help in many aspects of business life, and if you run a business, the benefits of hiring an employment lawyer should not be overlooked. An experienced employment law attorney will provide valuable advice on how best to protect your interests as well as those of your employees. They may also advise you about what steps need to be taken to avoid potential problems before they arise. Thus, it is in the benefit of startups, small businesses, and major corporations to hire an employment lawyer.

What are you waiting for? Hire an employment lawyer 
Businesses should hire an employment lawyer because there are many regulations surrounding job security and hiring practices that they should be cautious of. Employment lawyers provide valuable insight into their own experience with these regulations, which can help businesses navigate their way through this legal landscape.

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