About Labor Law

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General Description

Federal and state labor laws regulate the relationship between employers and employees. Labor law, also called employment law, is an entire body of laws, regulations, administrative rulings, and case precedents that govern how trade unions, employees, and employers must interact. This body of law also restricts some actions for these groups. These laws were developed in order to protect employees who were being treated poorly by their employers. Coal mine employees were being forced to work long hours in unsafe environments. Employees of major manufacturers were forced to work under unsafe conditions and were discouraged from organizing themselves into labor unions to get more rights from their employers. All of this changed when labor laws were developed and began being enforced.

Working conditions are much better these days, but labor and employment laws are still important for protecting employees, restricting adverse actions that employers can take, and governing how employees can work with labor unions to organize themselves and work for better pay, working conditions, and terms of employment. When these labor and employment laws are not followed by employers, you may have to contact an attorney with specific experience in handling labor law cases. An experienced attorney can help you by reviewing your case to determine how to proceed and then help you to prepare for every step of a labor case.

One of the most important pieces of labor law legislation is the National Labor Relations Act. This was enacted in 1935 to encourage collective bargaining and to protect the rights of both employers and employees. Many companies that have unions and collective bargaining must conform to the National Labor Relations Act. In non-union shops, other federal labor and employment laws must be followed in order to ensure that the rights of employers and employees are preserved. Employers with 15 or more employees must follow Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits hiring, firing, or promotion based on an employee's race, color, gender, religion, or national origin.

Other employment laws and regulations that must be followed include the Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and Pregnancy Discrimination Act. Presidential executive orders must also be followed when they are put into place. Examples of these executive orders include orders 11246 and 11479. If an employer fails to follow these regulations, an employee may be able to file a claim for lost wages, back pay, and other damages. An experienced attorney is a valuable asset to have when you are thinking of filing a labor law claim against your employer or former employer.

At Napoli Bern Ripka LLP, we understand that labor law cases can be confusing for those who are not legal professionals. We'll review your case with you and determine the best course of action for a claim. We'll also work with you to prepare you for settlement negotiations or a jury trial in your case. When you work with us, you'll get the best legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys.

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