Taking on your employer when you are mistreated can seem an impossible task. At Paes & Paes, LLC, we will take the time to answer your questions, and to fight for you, so that you can protect your family and reputation.
The attorneys at Paes & Paes, LLC represent individuals in all facets of employment law in Fairfield County and beyond, including the following:
Wrongful termination – We meet with and counsel individuals about their rights regarding termination or potential termination of employment. We represent these individuals in court and before administrative agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL), New York Division of Human Rights, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), and other administrative agencies.
Discrimination in the workplace – We meet with and counsel individuals about their rights with regard to discrimination, and their avenues of relief when it does occur. We represent them in negotiations with employers, before administrative agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), and New York State Division of Human Rights (NYDHR), as well as in state and federal court.
Sexual harassment – We meet with and counsel individuals about their rights in matters of sexual harassment, and their avenues of relief when it does occur. We represent them in negotiations with employers, before administrative agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), and New York State Division of Human Rights (NYDHR), as well as in state and federal court.
Employment contracts and severance negotiation – We review employment contracts and severance offers, and counsel individuals about their rights. We also negotiate these agreements with employers to protect individuals.
Unemployment compensation – We meet with and counsel individuals about their rights regarding eligibility for unemployment compensation. We represent them in hearings and appeals before the Connecticut and New York Department of Labor, and in court when necessary.
Workers’ Compensation – We meet with and counsel individuals about their rights regarding workers’ compensation benefits, and help them recover the benefits to which they are entitled.