Michigan Employment Law Attorney

Frequently Asked Questions

How can a Michigan Employment Law Attorney help me?

When you have any type of issue with an employer (if you are an employee) or as an employer regarding business transactions and legal contracts, an employment lawyer can help tremendously with legal advice and the proper procedures to use to your advantage.  Having this valuable legal counsel can save a business tremendously in contractual costs or assist an employee who has been wronged through the complex claim process.

Is there a difference between being hired as an "at-will" employee or employment based on a contract?

At-will employment in Michigan allows for an employer to let the individual go for any reason at all, except for any that may be based on discrimination, harassment, or other illegal grounds.  At at-will employee also has the option to leave his job at any time as well.  Employment based on a contract, or as an independent contractor, requires some form of written agreement that would be required to be abided by if an issue developed between the parties.

What is considered illegal termination?

An employee who is fired for reasons such as racial or sexual discrimination, age, pregnancy, religion or because of disabilities may have a case for having been illegally terminated.  To find out more, it is best to contact Sommers Schwartz to discuss the specifics of your case so as to determine your legal options.

My last employer failed to pay me for back payroll because they didn't have the money.  What can I do?

Failure to pay an employee their earned wages is illegal.  You are protected by state and federal laws and have the right to pursue compensation for your past wages if they were legally earned.  A knowledgeable employment law lawyer can assist you in the proper steps to take depending on your specific circumstances.

Get Answers to Your Questions

Get the answers you need to your employment law questions by contacting our office for skilled and qualified legal advice.  Our legal team has the extensive experience you or your business needs when resolving employment law issues.