In an increasingly complex employment environment, we represent both employers and employees in negotiating or litigating employment cases. Whether it is navigating the evolving issues associated with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), injury risk management, or wage or union disputes, we bring diverse skills to bear on our clients’ behalf. We are experienced in a variety of employment issues such as wrongful discharge, sexual harassment, employment discrimination, wage payment class actions and breach of contract claims. We consider an “ounce of prevention” the best approach to avoid legal claims. To protect businesses from employment litigation, we work with executives and management on policies and procedures manuals, non-compete and confidentiality agreements, and reductions in force and severance agreements and corporate training. Shannon Sperry | Robert J. Henry | Robin Williams Phillips | Lisa Ann Sharpe | Mario A. Bianchi | Tyler J. Moore | Sean V. Small | Jeffrey L. Smoot | Timothy E. Steen Former Eastmont employee won most of her claims by Rachel Schleif, World Staff Writer, Wenatchee World Jury awards $185,000 to former administrator by Rachel Schleif, World Staff Writer, Wenatchee World Unemployment Benefits Cannot Be Denied Based On Employee Negligence by Lisa Ann Sharpe New Disability Legislation to Have Big Impact by Shannon Sperry, Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce Bias Suit Testimony: Investigation Inappropriate by Rachel Schleif, World Staff Writer, Wenatchee World Firing An Employee Can Be A Legal Mine Field by Robin Williams Phillips, Puget Sound Business Journal Reasonable accommodation might require telecommuting Complying with FMLA intermittent-leave requirements Mandatory Workplace Postings: It’s the Law! Complying With the ADA During Hiring How to avoid FMLA disputes Rules for Conducting Employee Background Checks The ADA and You Background Checks Are a Good Idea Employers Must Send COBRA Notices Starting a New Business? ADEA Update: Severance Pay, Waivers and Tender-Backs Note to Downsizers: Proceed With Caution Discharge Employees With Care Testing Job Candidates: Handle With Care Complying With An Evolving ADA - The Target Is Still Moving, but at Least Has Slowed Some Retirees and the ADEA Sticky Fingers Are More Costly Than You Thought Tardy Exempts’ Pay When Workers Return From Active Duty Investigate -- Don’t Retaliate Handle Employee Complaints With Care Evacuation Plans And Disabled Workers Religous Freedom in the Workplace - What You Must Do To Protect Your Employees -- and Your Company Watch Those Training Programs OSHA Online English-Only Rules Allowing Harassment Just Got More Expensive The FLSA And Your Business Gotcha! 9 Questions To Ask Workers When You Suspect Fraud or Theft Give Fair WARNing Retirement Plans For the Self-Employed Green Light For Arbitration Clauses In Employment Agreements Contact | Legal Disclaimer