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Iowa Employment Law Attorneys
Protecting Employee Rights in Workplaces Throughout the State
As an employee, you spend significant time at work. Aside from the financial benefits, you may enjoy the challenge of applying your skills, creating an advancing career path, enjoying the camaraderie of your fellow workers, and enhancing your knowledge and capabilities in your profession.
However, barriers to the above can occur through overt and subtle forms of unfair treatment in the workplace from management and coworkers. Navigating these situations can become a significant concern, whether you are a blue-collar worker or a top executive. Unfair and inequitable workplace behavior can cause undue stress, anxiety, financial repercussions, low morale, and reduced productivity.
Remedying these situations often involves understanding complex Iowa and federal employment and labor laws and a strategic approach. At Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C., our highly competent team has helped thousands of employees and job applicants resolve employment law violations with decades of experience, knowledge, and professional skills. We take pride in advocating for your best interests and vigorously protecting your right to work in a fair and respectful environment.
Learn more about your situation, rights, and options in a free consultation with an Iowa employment lawyer at Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C.. Call (515) 497-9409 or complete our online contact form for help.
Our Legal Services for Iowans
Unfair treatment in the workplace can include a wide range of issues, including, but not limited to:
- Discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics under the Iowa Civil Rights Act.
- Harassment, including adverse behavior related to your race, sex, or sexual orientation.
- Employer retaliation, including adverse actions taken against you for whistleblowing.
- Wrongful termination based on labor law violations.
- Equal pay violations when you perform the same work as someone else in your organization but are paid less.
- Executive employment disputes over breach of contract, non-compete agreements, and other matters.
- Severance agreement negotiations in which your rights and best interests must be protected.
Our Iowa team also handles Title IX matters, including sports-related issues. We work to promote equitable opportunities and treatment in educational programs and activities. Additionally, we resolve civil rights issues for our clients, such as unlawful background checks and other violations.
Defending Your Dignity Championing Your Rights
See What Sets Newkirk Zwagerman Apart
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Equity for All
Fighting for your rights, we work towards the fundamental equality of every individual.
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Accountability-Focused
We work to ensure organizations are responsible for creating fair and just workplaces.
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Employee Advocates
We empower our clients to have their voices heard and their rights protected.
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Fostering Inclusion
At our core, we drive positive change through education and implicit bias training.
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How Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. Can Help
An experienced Iowa employment law attorney at our firm can help you understand your rights under the law and guide you through filing a complaint or lawsuit if necessary. Our legal professionals can offer valuable advice on how to document instances of unfair treatment effectively and can represent you in negotiations or court proceedings seeking just outcomes.
Protecting oneself from workplace injustices allows you to address personal grievances and contribute to positive changes within the organization and community. Holding employers accountable enables all employees to work in environments that respect their contributions and dignity.
Call (515) 497-9409 or reach us on our online contact form to discuss your case directly with one of our competent Iowa employment lawyers today.
