Lawyers for Employers and Workers
The employment relationship is one of the most important legal relationships for both businesses and workers. Employers and employees both have legal rights and responsibilities and are likely unfamiliar with all the employment laws that apply. That is where we come in.
At Valverde & Rowell, P.C., in Virginia Beach, we can help you understand how employment law affects you, and if you are involved in an employment dispute from either side, we can offer you skilled representation. Contact us for help with any of the following issues:
- Employer representation: Employment laws can be confusing and create dangerous situations for employers. We can help you sort out your legal rights and obligations, and defend you against claims that are made against your business by disgruntled employees.
- Workers' compensation: If you have been injured on the job, you are entitled to compensation for medical expenses and lost wages, no matter who was at fault for your injuries. All employees, including undocumented immigrants, are entitled to workers' compensation.
- Minimum wages and overtime: Under federal and Virginia wage and hour laws, most employees are entitled to be paid a minimum wage and time-and-a-half for hours over 40 in a given week. Employers cannot force employees to sign away these rights. If you believe you are not getting the wages and overtime you deserve, we can help.
- Discrimination and harassment: You have a right not to be discriminated against at work based on your race, gender, disability status or other protected status. You also have a right to be free of sexual harassment, and your employer cannot retaliate against you for discrimination and harassment complaints. We can guide you through the EEOC and private enforcement processes.
- Unemployment claims: If you are laid off from your job, you may be entitled to unemployment compensation under federal law. We can help you file a claim for unemployment and defend your rights if your employer contests your claim.
We also handle closely related issues such as noncompetition agreements and wrongful termination claims. Contact us to discuss how our attorneys can help you defend your rights as an employer or employee under federal and Virginia employment law.
