Comprehensive Labor and Employment Representation
Employers cannot be too careful. We live in a litigious society and people have no qualms about filing lawsuits against their employers, with or without the slightest provocation. General Counsel, P.C. can assist in minimizing the risk of litigation and, if necessary, defending such litigation. Almost as important as minimizing the risk of litigation is having effective human resource policies to assist with maintaining employee morale. Employers want to minimize employee turnover and improve employee morale. An effective and comprehensive human resource policy and procedure can assist in achieving these goals, which are vital to business success. General Counsel, P.C. can assist in designing and implementing these policies and procedures.
The Best Defense is a Strong Offense
General Counsel, P.C. strives to improve employee morale and minimize the risk of employment litigation for
employers through proper utilization of employment documents and policies. The saying that a "strong offense is the best defense" is equally true for employment law. The best way to avoid human resource problems is through proper enactment of policies that are effectively and equally enforced. General Counsel, P.C. can assist with the drafting and implementation of effective human resource policies including:
- Employee Handbooks (customized for your business) Privacy Policies
- EEO and Non-Harassment Policies (and training) Review/Termination Policies
- Confidentiality/Non-Competition Agreements Severance Agreements
- Communication Polices Equipment Use Policies
Effective Human Resources-Implementation
Excellent human resource policies are the first step in improving employee morale and minimizing the risk of employment litigation. The second step is effectively implementing such policies on a day-to-day basis. General Counsel, P.C. can provide day-to-day human resources counsel on matters such as:
- Proper Advertising and Hiring of Employees
- Conducting Employee Reviews and Proper Documentation
- Methods to Minimize Liability when Firing Employees
Labor/Employment Law Areas of Representation
Our attorneys can also offer legal counsel on the following areas of labor/employment law:
- Employment Discrimination (Title VII) Family Medical and Leave Act
- Racial Discrimination Fair Labor Standards Act (overtime)
- Sexual Harassment/Discrimination Pregnancy Discrimination Act
- Disability Discrimination Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act Protection of Trade Secrets
- Age Discrimination Employee Duty of Loyalty
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act Non-Competition Agreements
Litigation Defense
Occasionally, even if an employer does everything right, an employee will file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), local state agency, or file a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination discrimination or a breach of contract. In such a situation, General Counsel, P.C. can effectively defend against such claims.
EEOC Statements of Position: The primary step in most employment disputes is the opportunity for the employer to provide a "Statement of Position" to the EEOC in response to a discrimination charge. Our attorneys have extensive experience submitting Statements of Position to the EEOC to defend against allegations of discrimination.
Employment Litigation: Our attorneys have experience representing employers in state and federal courts. Whether a discrimination claim, a breach of contract claim, or an overtime claim, and whether in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C., General Counsel, P.C. can provide cost-effective representation of employment-related litigation. Our attorneys are licensed to practice in both state and federal courts throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
Non-Competition Agreements
Two of a business' most important assets are its employees and its clients. A non-competition agreement that includes anti-piracy, confidentiality, and non-solicitation provisions can be an extraordinarily effective tool to protect these business assets. If not properly tailored to protect vital interests of each specific business, the non-competition agreement may be invalid. Our attorneys have drafted non-competition agreements for many clients and can assist your business with drafting an effective non-competition agreement that will protect your business.
Finally, a non-competition agreement is useless if you do not attempt to enforce it. Our attorneys have represented businesses on both sides of non-competition litigation - both in trying to enforce a non-competition agreement through injunctive relief and other claims for damage, and in defending clients for alleged breaches of a non-competition agreement and damages. We can assist your business with these claims.
