If you aren’t your own boss, then that means someone else is. That could be enough of a reason to hire an employment law attorney when you encounter a potential conflict with your employer, but not everyone does.
An employment law attorney is someone who focuses their legal practice on helping people who are concerned about employment-related legal matters. They can help clients who want to hold employers accountable for workplace rights violations and they also help employers defend against these claims.
Keep reading to learn more about how this professional can help you with your employment law matter.
An Employment Law Attorney Is Your Guide
Some people try to navigate the legal process for themselves only to become utterly overwhelmed with its complexity and bureaucracy later on. When you hire an employment law attorney, you are gaining access to someone whose job is to know what to do, when, and what everything means along the way.
Employment laws in California are complex and always changing. This means that unless you are actively keeping your ear to the ground, you might miss important changes in California employment law that could affect your claim. Your attorney’s job is to know and understand how any important court decisions or changes to the law could bear significance to your issue.
Employment Lawyers Can Assess Your Claim
Not everyone is completely aware of all of the legal rights they possess as employees. That said, it’s not uncommon for employees to get the sense that something that happened or is going on at work isn’t OK.
If you are concerned about a situation at work and aren’t sure if something illegal is going on, bringing your concerns to an employment law attorney can add some clarity. Many employment lawyers offer free consultations where you can talk briefly about your concerns at work. If the lawyer believes that a violation of employment law has occurred, they may offer their services to assist the client with recovering compensation.
An Employment Law Attorney Is a Skilled Negotiator
Very few employment lawsuits actually play out in court, so chances are yours will end with a settlement. This isn’t always a bad thing – especially if your attorney is a skilled negotiator and can wrangle a substantial settlement out of your employer. It may even be favorable to your situation once you consider the potential cost of litigation.
Your Employment Lawyer Is Your Advocate
Suing your employer after your rights were violated can be an uncomfortable experience. Your attorney can help you alleviate some of your concerns about the uncertainty of the situation by offering honest and trustworthy legal counsel.
As your advocate, your lawyer is fighting for you. They’re in your corner, and helping you achieve your goals is how they earn their living. While not all attorneys are the same by any means, this is a valuable quality to seek in someone who you intend to represent you in an employment law dispute.
For more information about how we handle legal counsel at K2 Employment Law Group, reach out to us online and request a consultation!