Litigation – Business Law/Contract Law/ Employment Law
At SLG, we provide legal advice and representation to individuals and businesses by taking the time to learn about their business goals.
From corporate formation to acting as general counsel, we represent businesses and charitable organizations on all fronts.
We advise clients on matters involving business transactions and contracts, including the drafting and review of contracts,
and safeguarding clients’ interests in commercial transactions.
Our Areas of Expertise
We are also devoted to assisting with matters pertaining to:
- Breach of contract
- Collection matters
- Employment agreements
- Labor code violations
- Employment discrimination
- Wrongful termination
- Sexual harassment at work
We are also devoted to assisting with matters pertaining to:
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Breach of contract -
Collection matter -
Employment agreements -
Labor code violation
- Employment discrimination
- List Wrongful termination
- Sexual harassment at work
Frequently Asked Questions
General Litigation Questions
What is the difference between civil and criminal litigation?
- Civil litigation involves disputes between individuals or entities, seeking monetary damages or injunctive relief.
- Criminal litigation involves the government prosecuting an individual for a crime.
What is the discovery process?
- Discovery is the pre-trial phase where parties gather information and evidence from each other. This includes depositions, interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admissions.
What is mediation and arbitration?
- Mediation is a voluntary process where a neutral third party helps parties reach a settlement.
- Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third party makes a binding decision.
How long does a typical lawsuit take?
The duration of a lawsuit varies significantly based on factors like complexity, jurisdiction, and caseload.
What is the role of a jury in a lawsuit?
A jury is a group of citizens who decide questions of fact in a trial.
Common Types of Litigation
What is personal injury litigation?
Personal injury cases involve claims for damages due to physical or emotional harm caused by another person’s negligence or intentional act.
What is contract dispute litigation?
Contract disputes arise when parties disagree about the terms or performance of a contract.
What is employment litigation?
Employment litigation involves disputes between employers and employees, such as wrongful termination, discrimination, or wage and hour violations.
What is class action litigation?
Employment litigation involves disputes between employers and employees, such as wrongful termination, discrimination, or wage and hour violations.
What is intellectual property litigation?
Intellectual property litigation involves disputes over patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets.
FAQs about Employment Law
Employment at will means that an employer can terminate an employee for any reason or no reason at all, provided the reason is not discriminatory or in violation of public policy. Similarly, an employee can leave a job at any time for any reason. Exceptions include implied contracts (e.g., employee handbooks suggesting job security) and public policy exceptions (e.g., termination for whistleblowing).
What is workplace discrimination?
Workplace discrimination occurs when an employee is treated unfairly based on protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age (40 and older), disability, or genetic information.
What is the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
The FMLA entitles eligible employees to take unpaid, jobprotected leave for specified family and medical reasons, such as the birth or adoption of a child, caring for a seriously ill family member, or the employee’s own serious health condition. To be eligible, employees must have worked for their employer for at least 12 months and 1,250 hours during the previous 12 months. Employers must also have at least 50 employees within 75 miles.
Wage and hour laws govern minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and other employment standards. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is the primary federal law governing wage and hour issues.