Wheaton Civil Disputes Lawyer

Employment Law Attorney Resolving Disputes and More in Wheaton, IL

Employers and employees may encounter disputes in a variety of situations. When employees are accused of acting in ways that could cause employers to suffer financial losses, or when employees need to make claims against employers who have violated their rights, these disputes may need to be settled through the legal system. Civil lawsuits can quickly become complex, making it crucial to work with a skilled lawyer who has experience addressing different types of claims.

JSL Law, LLC is committed to helping employers and employees resolve the civil disputes that can arise in the workplace. Our experienced employment law attorney will approach your case strategically based on the outcome you are pursuing. She can help you take steps to address violations by your employer or respond to claims that you have violated a contract or otherwise harmed an employer. Our firm is able to take on unique cases, and we will pursue unique solutions for you.

Resolving Employment Law Disputes Out of Court

JSL Law, LLC is able to help a large percentage of employees resolve civil disputes with their employers out of court. Workers who are interested in staying in their current positions often find it better to address employment disputes without going to litigation. Employers are often amenable to working with employees to resolve the situation outside of court. Attorney Alexander can advocate for you during this process if you are interested in coming to an agreement with your employer, and she is also well-prepared to fight for you in court if necessary.

Addressing Statutory Claims

Certain types of civil disputes may address situations in which employees or employers are accused of violating employment laws. We can help address disputes related to laws such as:

• Gender Violence Act: Under Illinois law, an employer may be held liable for gender-related violence that an employee experiences in the workplace. This violence may include acts of physical harm or aggression that are based on a person's sex, as well as invasions of a person's space or other intrusions of a sexual nature. An employer can be held liable if they did not properly train or supervise an employee who committed gender-related violence or if they did not investigate complaints or take actions to address concerns about these issues. Our lawyer can help employees who have been the victim of gender-related violence take action to hold their employers responsible for the harm they have suffered.
• Trade Secrets Act: Illinois law protects employers by giving them the option to address misappropriation of trade secrets. In some situations, employees may be accused of stealing, disclosing, or selling trade secrets, and employers may seek injunctions preventing employees from engaging in these activities, or they may attempt to recover compensation for financial losses due to the theft of trade secrets. Our attorney can provide representation for employees who have been accused of misappropriating trade secrets, helping them defend against these claims and working to resolve these disputes successfully.

Addressing Common Law Claims

Common law involves court decisions that have determined how issues related to employment relationships may be handled should disputes arise. We provide assistance in disputes involving issues such as:

• Breach of Contract: Multiple types of disputes may arise regarding the terms of contractual agreements between employers and employees. In some cases, employers may take action against employees or former employees based on violations of non-compete agreements, non-solicitation agreements, or non-disclosure agreements. In others, employees may need to enforce the terms of employment contracts, ensuring that they receive the proper wages and benefits. Our lawyer can provide representation for employees in these cases, helping them protect their rights and interests.
• Breach of Fiduciary Duty: People involved in a business have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the business and its stakeholders. Executives, managers, officers, shareholders, or other parties may be accused of breaching their fiduciary duty due to issues such as conflicts of interests or negligent management of company assets. Our attorney can provide representation for people who have been accused of these breaches, helping to defend against civil claims.
• Unjust Enrichment: Either an employer or an employee may be accused of unfairly benefiting from another party's loss. For example, an employer may claim that it mistakenly overpaid an employee, and it may seek to recover the amount that was paid erroneously. An employee may also accuse an employer of unjust enrichment if they were not properly paid for work they performed. Our lawyer can help employees determine the best ways to resolve these disputes while protecting their financial interest.

Contact a Wheaton, IL Civil Employment Disputes Lawyer

JSL Law, LLC is experienced in helping both employers and employees navigate the kinds of civil disputes that can arise in the workplace. Knowledgeable employment law attorney Jolianne Alexander will do all she can to bring about the outcome you want in your civil employment dispute. Contact us at 630-730-8135 for a complimentary consultation.