Minnesota Employment Law Attorneys

Unfortunately, many employers violate employment laws, which results in violations of employee rights. If you face challenges with your employer and believe your rights are in jeopardy in Minnesota, you might have a challenging road ahead. At Capitol City Law Group, our Minnesota employment lawyers can help you. Call us at (651) 705-6311 

Our experienced legal team is here to advise and guide you through this process. You can rest assured that we will work tirelessly to protect your rights and advocate for what is right under the law. 

Let us assess your rights and legal options under MN employment law and find a resolution that protects your future. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and take the first step toward resolving your employment law dispute.

Why Choose Capitol City Law Group for Your Employment Case?

At Capitol City Law Group, our team of trial-tested attorneys is dedicated to advocating for employees like you. We have over 50 years of collective experience and a proven track record of success in representing clients, including at all court levels. 

Our team is award-winning and has been featured on numerous media channels due to our respected service throughout the state. Our labor law attorneys will take the time to understand your unique situation, investigate and gather evidence, provide clear guidance on your rights and options, and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

Never hesitate to contact us to learn more about our employment law attorneys and how we can assist in your case. 

Types of Cases We Handle: Defending Minnesota Workers

Employee rights violations happen in many ways. There can be many subtleties and gray areas in employment relations, making it difficult to know when you might have an employment law case. We represent employees in cases of:

Wrongful Termination

Our lawyers are well-versed in wrongful termination cases. While Minnesota generally follows at-will employment, the law prohibits employers from terminating employees for certain unlawful reasons. These include:

• Discrimination
• Retaliation
• Breach of an employment contract
• Violation of public policy
• Whistleblowing

If you believe you were unlawfully terminated from your job, our attorneys can help you understand your rights and pursue legal action to seek justice.

Discrimination

Discrimination based on protected characteristics is illegal in Minnesota workplaces, and our labor law attorneys are committed to fighting against it. Discrimination can happen at any stage of the employment relationship, from applications and hiring to promotions to wrongful termination. 

Whether you have faced discrimination based on race, gender, age, or any other protected characteristic, we will stand by your side to hold the employer accountable.

Wage & Hour Violations

If you have not been paid fairly for your work or have experienced wage and hour violations, our attorneys can help you seek the compensation you deserve. We will review your case thoroughly and fight for your rights to fair pay. We handle wage and hour claims involving wage theft, minimum wage, overtime, rest and meal breaks, leave, and more.

Family & Medical Leave Issues

Employees have rights when it comes to family and medical leave. When you have a qualified reason, your employer should allow you to take leave to care for yourself or others in your family. Too often, employers deny justified family and medical leave, making life unnecessarily difficult for employees. If you have been denied leave or faced retaliation for taking leave, our attorneys can assist you in protecting your rights and seeking justice.

Interference with Employee Benefits

Employers must provide employees with their entitled benefits. They also must provide benefits to employees fairly, and they cannot deny certain employees benefits for discriminatory or arbitrary reasons. 

Federal laws also govern how employer benefit programs decide claims, manage pensions, and more. If your employer has interfered with your benefits, our attorneys will work diligently to ensure you receive what you are owed.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment in the workplace is unacceptable. Our attorneys have the experience and knowledge to handle sensitive sexual harassment cases with the utmost professionalism and dedication. We know that sexual harassment comes in many forms, and anyone of any gender or sexual orientation can be a victim. We are standing by to protect you.

Severance Counseling and Negotiation

Often, severance packages seem like a favorable deal upon being laid off. However, these contracts often have provisions that require you to give up certain rights in exchange for your payment. When facing a severance situation, never sign anything until you seek legal guidance. Our attorneys can provide counseling and negotiate on your behalf to ensure you receive fair severance terms.

Non-Compete Agreements

Non-compete agreements are complicated contracts that can seriously impact your future job opportunities. In 2023, Minnesota law prohibited the enforcement of future non-competes, though agreements in place might still be enforceable. Our attorneys can review any agreement you have, provide counseling on your rights, and negotiate favorable terms if needed.

Retaliation

Employees are protected from retaliation for asserting their rights. These rights include: 

• Reporting harassment or discrimination
• Requesting leave
• Filing workers’ compensation claims
• Reporting unlawful or unethical conduct of your employer
• Complaining of wage theft or violations

If you have faced retaliation in the workplace for any unlawful reason, our retaliation attorneys will fight back and seek justice on your behalf.

Whistleblower Disputes

Whistleblowers play an important role in exposing wrongdoing, so the law puts key protections in place for those who courageously report violations by employers. If your employer terminates or retaliates against you, our attorneys can guide the legal process to protect your rights.

Key Minnesota Employment Laws

Understanding key employment laws in Minnesota is essential to protecting your rights as an employee. Some of the prominent laws include: 

• Minnesota Human Rights Act
• Minnesota Fair Labor Standards Act
• Family and Medical Leave Act

Our attorneys are well-versed in these laws and can apply them to any issues you may encounter.

Employment Law FAQ

Are you unsure about your rights in the workplace in Minnesota? Here are some common questions answered by Capitol City Law Group’s experienced labor lawyers:

How do you resolve employment law matters? 

Employment law attorneys resolve disputes or complaints in different ways, depending on the circumstances. Sometimes, having a lawyer simply negotiate with or write a demand to your employer can be enough to get them to settle the matter in a favorable way. However, many cases involve filing a complaint with the appropriate state or federal agency or in civil court. 

Why should I hire an employment law attorney? 

Hiring an employment law attorney is important to protect your rights and ensure you receive fair treatment in the workplace. Our attorneys have the experience to advocate for your best interests, even in the most complicated or disputed cases. Whether you are facing a dispute with your employer over harassment or need assistance with negotiating a severance contract, an attorney can provide valuable representation at all court levels.

Are there deadlines for employment law cases?

Like any other legal matter, anyone with a possible employment law matter must be aware of the time constraints to take action. In Minnesota, there are statutes of limitations that define how long you have to file a claim, and missing these deadlines could mean forfeiting your rights to seek justice for unfair treatment or wrongful termination. State and federal agencies also set deadlines for filing direct complaints when appropriate.

The best thing to do is to consult an employment lawyer from Capitol City Law Group today to get started on protecting your interests.

Contact Our Minnesota Employment Lawyers at Capitol City Law Group 

At Capitol City Law Group, we believe that your job is more than a paycheck; it is a source of your pride and dignity. We understand that you may be afraid of retaliation, or you may even be worried about how your boss will react.

Our Minnesota employment attorneys are ready to protect you and to make sure that your employer does not trample all over your rights. We are known as fierce workers’ rights advocates, and we work hard to deliver progressive solutions that benefit our clients and workplaces all across the state of Minnesota. We offer all potential clients a free case evaluation. Call us today at 651-705-6311.