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Minnesota Employment Law Attorneys
Protecting Employee Rights & Best Interests Statewide
Under Minnesota and federal employment and labor laws, employees and job applicants have the right to be treated with respect and fairness in the workplace. Unfortunately, employers and their managers often violate or ignore these rights. Their overt, subtle, or negligent actions can make life stressful, unjust, and problematic for employees frequently intimidated into silence and acceptance.
As an employee, seeking remedies for unfairness, bias, discrimination, and other violations of Minnesota employment law can be daunting. You may not fully understand your rights or the protections afforded you, how to approach these issues with your employer, or what legal remedies are available to you.
At Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C., we have concentrated on employment law for decades. Our primary focus is to help workers seek legal remedies that can restore dignity, respect, and equality in work environments throughout Minnesota. We are passionate about protecting employee rights and have a strong track record of success in achieving favorable results for our clients.
We offer a free initial consultation in which you can discuss the details of your situation with a Minnesota employment lawyer at Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C.. Call (515) 497-9409 or reach out online to make an appointment today.
Our Legal Services for Clients in Minnesota
Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. handles a wide variety of cases under Minnesota law, advocating for individuals facing workplace challenges and seeking appropriate remedies to uphold employee rights.
These cases can include but are not limited to:
- Discrimination: Unfair treatment based on a protected characteristic, such as race, religion, sex, age, disability, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and more.
- Harassment: Creating a hostile work environment through inappropriate or unwelcome conduct, including harassment based on sex, race, or sexual orientation.
- Wage and hour disputes: Failure to pay earned wages, unpaid overtime, and improper deductions.
- Wrongful termination: Being dismissed from a job for unlawful reasons.
- Retaliation: Punishment for engaging in legally protected activities such as filing complaints or reporting misconduct (whistleblowing”).
- Executive employment disputes: These can range from contract conflicts to the need for severance agreement negotiations.
- Equal pay violations: Unequal compensation for employees performing the same or substantially similar work as someone else in the organization.
- Family medical leave violations: Denial of or interference with the right to take leave for family and medical reasons under relevant laws.
Legal Protections in Minnesota Workplaces
Minnesota’s employment laws protect workers’ and job seekers’ rights to fair treatment and equal workplace opportunities.
Key state laws include:
- Minnesota Human Rights Act: Prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, public assistance status, age, sexual orientation, and familial status.
- Minnesota Fair Labor Standards Act: Regulates minimum wage, overtime, and child labor requirements.
- Minnesota Whistleblower Act: Protects employees from retaliation for reporting law violations or participating in investigations.
- Family and Medical Leave Act: This federal law guarantees eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected annual leave for specified family and medical reasons.
Our firm also represents clients in Title IX issues to foster equal treatment for all in educational settings. Additionally, we fight civil rights violations in education and through racial profiling, unlawful background checks, and more.
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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Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C.: Standing Up for Employee Rights in Minnesota
Our firm is steadfastly committed to assisting Minnesotans in navigating the complexities of employment law.
We provide:
- Comprehensive legal advice: Our attorneys offer personalized guidance tailored to each client’s situation and needs.
- Strong advocacy: We represent clients throughout all stages of their cases, from initial consultations through litigation, if necessary, to achieve the best possible outcomes.
- Dedicated representation: We handle negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings with the diligence and skill required to protect our clients’ interests.
You can address your employment grievances by pursuing justice through appropriate legal action. By doing so, you can contribute to creating fairer, more equitable workplaces across Minnesota. Holding employers accountable for legal violations restores dignity and respect in the workplace, fostering a more just society.
If you face unfair treatment or employment-related issues, contact us at (515) 497-9409 for a confidential consultation to explore your options and start the path toward justice.
