Employment
We are frequently called upon to represent the interests of employers and employees in Florida labor and employment law matters.
Full-Service Representation for Employers or Employees
We provide comprehensive employment law representation. The lawyers at Bales Sommers & Klein, P.A. offer counsel and representation on a broad array of employment and labor issues, including:
- Employment litigation: The attorneys of Bales Sommers & Klein, P.A. provide zealous representation to employers and employees in employment disputes involving non-compete agreements, enforcement of trade secrets, claims asserted under the FLSA, ADA and FMLA, employment-contract disputes, workplace discrimination and other employment-related matters.
- Employment Contracts: We meticulously draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, including confidentiality agreements, executive compensation agreements, service contracts, severance agreements, non-compete agreements, and other employment contracts.
- Employment Counseling: We partner with clients to understand their unique industry and workplace and to ensure that the advice and counsel is tailored and practical. Our attorneys provide day-to-day advice on a wide spectrum of workplace issues such as terminations and layoffs, employment and severance agreements, covenants not to compete, employee policies and handbooks, and compliance with federal and state laws concerning wage and hour, leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, health and safety, contracts and policies, and the prevention of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
The firm’s fluency in employment law matters enables us to provide knowledgeable and insightful advice to an array of employees or employers, from individuals and small businesses to publicly held companies.
Significant Achievements
Obtained $1,100,000 settlement for client in claims for unpaid wages and commissions against the third largest home builder in the United States.
Obtained summary judgment finding of no liability on behalf of global logistics company on claims of discrimination brought by former employee.
Obtained highly favorable settlement on behalf of hospital client in class action FLSA lawsuit brought by nurses.
Obtained dissolution of temporary injunction against client in non-compete litigation.
Successfully enforced non-compete/non-solicitation agreement against former employees for aviation fueling system client.
Obtained $65,000 settlement for client against one of Florida largest health care providers for ADA violations.