WRONGFUL TERMINATION AND CIVIL RIGHTS LITIGATION
Civil Rights Litigation | Litigation | Privacy
Civil litigation is a significant part of Jenkins Law Firm’s practice. We represent clients before state and federal trial and appellate courts in lawsuits pertaining to various employment matters. Most commonly these suits involve wrongful discharge claims and civil rights litigation. Jenkins Law Firm’s attorneys are well-versed in the current laws and defined the defenses that obtain satisfactory results.
We frequently advise clients on preventive and cost-effective alternatives to litigation such as arbitration, mediation, and negotiation. When litigation is necessary, however, our experience, creativity, and vigorous approach help protect your company. Some of the common employment matters that we have represented company on include:
- Wrongful termination claims arising out of federal and state civil rights laws;
- State law wrongful termination contract and tort claims;
- Employment discrimination and sexual harassment claims;
- Alleged violations of various employee leave laws, including those asserted under state and federal family and medical leave statutes;
- Alleged violations of state and federal fair employment practices laws;
- Claims by employees that they have not been accommodated as required under state and federal disability laws;
- Litigation regarding the administration of employee benefits.
