While North Carolina is an at-will employment state, that does not mean employers can ignore federal and state labor laws. If you are dealing with any type of employment law issue, a Winston-Salem employment law attorney at The Noble Law is here to help.
Our attorneys share your goals: to affirm your dignity and obtain the compensation you deserve.
We are committed to ensuring that workers across the Carolinas have a safe, fair, and equitable workplace, one case at a time. If you have a pressing legal matter that involves your job, call (704) 626-6648 or book a consultation online with an attorney specializing in employment law today. We will assess your situation to assess your legal options and determine if you have grounds to bring a civil claim against your employer, colleague, or client. A little planning can reap great benefits. Consult a lawyer at The Noble Law during contract negotiations to minimize the risk of unfavorable terms that could lead to conflicts down the line. If a contract dispute has already emerged, either during contract negotiation or at the time of separation, we can fight to make sure your best interests are served.
What is an Employment Lawyer?
Employment lawyers represent clients facing workplace issues. These issues run the gamut from employment contracts to workplace harassment to wrongful termination. Employment law cases often involve an imbalance of power between the employer and employee, in addition to legal complexity that is often not appreciated by those without employment law experience. An employment law attorney will advise you on these nuances and effectively communicate your position to your employer.
Types of Employment Law Cases
At The Noble Law, we handle the following types of employment law cases:
- Compensation disputes: Employer’s have an obligation to pay your correct wages on time, including overtime pay, and they cannot terminate you for objecting to unpaid wages.
- Workplace discrimination: Employers are generally prohibited from discriminating against employees if they are motivated by the individual’srace, color, gender, pregnancy status, age, nationality, religion, or disability status.
- Workplace harassment: While sexual harassment is one of the most frequent employee complaints, other forms of workplace harassment include creating a hostile work environment based on your race, age, disability or other protected characterstic.
- Workplace investigations: Through independent investigations, our employment law attorneys provide a reliable understanding of the facts, perform risk assessment, and provide legal guidance for addressing the issues at hand as well as best practices moving forward
- Retaliation and whistleblowing: While not every complaint you make to your employer protects you from retaliation, opposition to otherwise unlawful conduct is often protected.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?
Time limits depend on the type of claim. For instance, complaints involving discrimination must be filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) within 180 days of the alleged violation date.
It is important to contact an employment law attorney to determine the specific timeframe that applies to your case.
How Our Employment Law Attorneys Can Help You
If you experience any type of employment-related issues in North Carolina or South Carolina, you need the services of a Winston-Salem employment law attorney at The Noble Law. We offer legal advice and free, no-obligation consultations on employment issues in-person, through video, and by phone. The first step is to call our office location to speak directly with one of team members, or to fill out the written inquiry on the office location page.