Employment & Labor Law — Practical guidance for workers and employers
Facing discrimination, harassment, unpaid wages, or a restrictive agreement—or seeking compliant policies and swift issue resolution as an employer? We deliver responsive, plain‑language counsel that prioritizes fast, workable outcomes and protects your rights.
- Discrimination and harassment claims, internal complaints, and investigations
- Wage and hour issues: unpaid overtime, off‑the‑clock work, tips, and misclassification
- Non‑compete, non‑solicitation, confidentiality, and severance agreement reviews
- Employer compliance programs, handbooks, training, and agency responses
Based in Castle Rock and serving the Denver metro; select matters handled nationally through licensed attorneys.
Who we help
We counsel both employees and employers with a focus on clarity, compliance, and practical results.
- Employees experiencing discrimination, harassment, or retaliation
- Workers owed overtime, minimum wage, or final pay; misclassification (contractor vs. employee)
- Professionals facing non‑compete/non‑solicit restrictions or negotiating severance
- Employers building compliant handbooks, training, and fair investigation processes
- HR and leadership responding to agency charges and audits
Matters we handle
- Discrimination (race, sex, disability, age, religion, and other protected classes) and harassment
- Retaliation and whistleblower issues after reporting concerns
- Wage/hour disputes (overtime, breaks, tips, regular rate, misclassification)
- Non‑compete, non‑solicitation, and confidentiality agreements; severance reviews
- Employer compliance programs and dispute resolution Proactive
- Litigation and ADR for workplace disputes Learn about litigation & ADR
Our approach: clear, compliant, and resolution‑focused
We map your facts to the right path—internal resolution, agency process, or court—and explain options in plain language. For employers, we help prevent issues with practical policies and training. For employees, we prioritize timely documentation and treatment if injuries are involved, and coordinate with related matters when useful.
- Decision roadmap with timelines and key evidence requests
- Coordinated strategy: HR policies, contracts, insurance, and dispute resolution
- Prepared for negotiation, mediation, or litigation as needed
- Responsive communication—updates by your preferred channel
For neutral primers on employment rights and wage rules, see the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission at eeoc.gov and the U.S. Department of Labor Wage & Hour Division at dol.gov .
Process & timeline
Employee claims pathway
- Intake and evidence review (emails, texts, policies, pay records)
- Strategy: internal complaint, agency filing, or direct negotiation
- Agency stage (where required): charge/complaint, position statements, investigation/mediation
- Demand, mediation, or litigation if necessary
- Resolution and closure: agreements, dismissal, or judgment
Employer compliance & response
- Policy and handbook review aligned with current laws
- Prompt, documented investigations and remedial action plans
- Training for managers and staff; retaliation prevention measures
- Agency responses and negotiation strategy; ADR readiness
- Litigation strategy when necessary, guided by business goals
Timelines vary by agency, court calendars, and case complexity. We outline expectations early and keep you informed.
Fees & billing
We tailor engagement terms to the matter: clear scopes, written terms, and predictable communication. Certain claims (e.g., wage/hour for employees) may allow contingency arrangements where permitted; compliance projects and counseling typically use flat‑fee or hourly structures with estimates.
- Flat‑fee policy/handbook packages and training modules where appropriate
- Contingency or hybrid options for select employee claims (subject to rules and case fit)
- Hourly for complex investigations, agency work, and litigation with phased budgets
What impacts cost?
- Number of witnesses, volume of documents, and need for experts
- Agency requirements, deadlines, and procedural posture
- Complexity of alleged violations and potential damages
- ADR vs. litigation strategy and jurisdictional considerations
Evidence & documents checklist
Bring what you can—don’t delay a consult because you’re missing something. We’ll prioritize and fill gaps as needed.
- Emails, texts, chat logs, and written complaints; timeline of events
- Pay stubs, timesheets, schedules, tip records, and classification documents
- Employee handbook, policies, performance reviews, and prior agreements
- Offer letters, contracts, confidentiality/non‑compete agreements, and severance drafts
- Names of witnesses; any agency correspondence or charge numbers
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about rights, policies, and next steps.
Get answers fast—start your Employment Law review
On your first call, we’ll outline next steps, evidence to gather, and a realistic timeline. Clear options—internal resolution, agency filing, or litigation when needed.
Page last updated: September 12, 2025
