Employment Law and Litigation

Illinois Employment Attorney

Discrimination - FMLA - Overtime - Employee Handbooks

Employment law involves a network of laws that controls how employers must treat employees, former employees, and applicants for employment. Our attorneys have the experience and knowledge to help employers and employees resolve disputes related to any employment issue. We also strive to avoid problems by helping employers structure policies and procedures so as to remain in compliance with the law. To discuss your employment law concern with one of our knowledgeable lawyers, contact our Rockford, Illinois, law firm. Call Howard, Hardyman & Worden.

We help resolve disputes over matters such as:

Discrimination because of race, sex, age, disability, or other protected categories
Sexual harassment
Affirmative action
Wrongful termination
Constructive discharge
Employee benefits
Employment contracts
American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Overtime issues
Federal Employer’s Liability Act (FELA)

Our attorneys have significant experience interpreting relevant state and Federal statutes and case law. We help employers refine their procedure manuals, forms, and other documents related to their employee policies. By being proactive, our attorneys and business clients are able to eliminate conflicts and preserve a more harmonious workplace.

Attorneys has focused on business and commercial law for many years.

As experienced lawyers, we know that employment disputes can be emotional, contentious, and difficult to resolve. We have the experience and knowledge needed to untangle the issues, providing our clients with the representation they need, whether at arbitration or mediation sessions, settlement negotiations, or at trial.

If you need an attorney to resolve an employment dispute, contact the Illinois lawyers at Howard, Hardyman & Worden to discuss your legal matter and learn how we can help.