ELA helps you advocate for yourself and your employee rights. The first step to getting that help is understanding your entitlements and identifying harassment, discrimination or unfair practices.
NOTE: Filing an EEOC complaint is a requirement before filing a lawsuit.
Sexual Harassment
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 bars “unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.” When such conduct becomes a prerequisite to commence or continue employment, it prevents a fair work environment.
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Workplace Discrimination
Discrimination against any employee based on gender, race, religion, country of origin, sexual orientation/identification, age, or pregnancy is against federal law. It also costs businesses over $64 billion per year in resources and employee turnover.
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Overtime Claims
All employees covered by the FLSA (referred to as nonexempt by the U.S. Department of Labor) are entitled to overtime pay after completing more than 40 hours of work in one week and more than eight hours of work in one day.*
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Wages and Hours
Minimum wage, overtime pay, back pay, tips, and other forms of remuneration are enforced by the FLSA and DOL’s Wage and Hour Division. ELA works to correct any discrepancy in your contractually obligated pay rate, and also fights for any family or medical leave owed.
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Workplace Injury
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 mandates that any employee under OSHA jurisdiction is entitled to safety from hazardous materials and dangerous circumstances. You also have a right to blow the whistle on a business’s grievous actions with no repercussions.
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Wrongful Termination
Termination resulting from discrimination, medical history, or voicing concerns with labor issues is prohibited under Equal Employment Opportunity laws. ELA helps you fight for your workplace rights without fear of retaliation.
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