You should hire an employment lawyer in Massachusetts when your job, rights, or pay are at risk. Our attorneys can help if you’ve been fired unfairly, treated badly at work, denied your income, or faced discrimination or harassment.
Employment laws can be hard to understand, and the cases they involve can take time to sort through. Our labor and employment lawyers in Boston will guide you, protect your rights, and help you take the right steps. You can start today with a free consultation.
How Our Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Can Help You
If you’re dealing with a tough situation at work, you don’t have to face it alone. Our employment lawyers help people in Massachusetts stand up for their rights at work.
Whether you were fired without warning, not paid what you’re owed, or treated unfairly because of who you are, we will build your case and support you.
When you come to us for legal counsel, we will help you:
- Understand your rights: We explain what the law says in simple terms.
- Review your case: We will look at your work situation and give you honest advice.
- Take legal action if needed: If your employer in Massachusetts broke the law, we will tell you the steps to take next and how we can help you.
- Stand up for you: We will handle talks with your employer and protect you from mistreatment.
- Get the damages you deserve: If you lost pay or were hurt by what happened, our team will fight for the damages the liable party owes you.
We take your concerns about your employment seriously. We will handle the entire legal process for you and keep you up to date on the status of your case.
For a free legal consultation, call (860) 999-9394
Signs You Should Talk to a Massachusetts Employment Lawyer
It’s time to speak with an employment lawyer from our firm if any of the following apply to your situation:
- You were fired and don’t know why.
- You feel you were treated unfairly because of your race, gender, age, religion, or disability.
- You’re being harassed at work.
- You’re not being paid for all the hours you worked.
- You didn’t get overtime pay you earned.
- Your employer won’t let you take family or medical leave.
- You were punished for reporting something illegal or unsafe at work (this is called retaliation). If this happens to you, our workplace retaliation lawyer in Boston will lead your case.
- You’re asked to sign a contract and don’t understand it.
If any of these things are happening, we can tell you what to do next during a free consultation.
Common Issues That Occur in Massachusetts Workplaces
State and federal laws protect workers in Massachusetts. But even with these laws, problems still happen. Some common issues include:
- Wrongful termination: Our wrongful termination lawyer in Boston will investigate your firing, determine if it violated the law, and take action to hold your employer accountable.
- Wage theft: This involves not getting paid for all hours worked or being paid below minimum wage. A Boston wage theft and overtime pay dispute lawyer from our team will help you recover unpaid wages, overtime, or other lost income—especially if your employer broke state or federal pay laws.
- Discrimination: Our employment discrimination lawyers in Boston will file claims against employers who violate civil rights laws and pursue justice for workers who’ve been targeted because of a protected trait, such as race, gender, religion, or age.
- Harassment: This is unwanted behavior that makes work feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Our harassment and hostile work environment lawyer in Boston can help you document the abuse, report it properly, and take legal steps to stop the behavior and seek damages if the law was broken.
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Why Hiring a Local Employment Lawyer Matters
When it comes to job problems, not all lawyers are the same. Hiring a local Massachusetts employment lawyer means you’re getting someone who knows your state’s laws and how things work in your area.
Massachusetts has employment rules that can be stronger than federal laws. For example, the state offers paid family leave, higher minimum wages, and broader protections against discrimination and wage theft. Our lawyer will know the details of these state protections.
Here’s why that matters:
- We know the local laws: Massachusetts has special rules about wages, breaks, family leave, and more. Our local lawyers will know how these laws apply to your case.
- We understand local agencies: If the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) needs to handle your case, a lawyer in your area will know how that process works and what to expect.
- We are familiar with local employers: Our lawyers who work in Massachusetts may already know how certain companies handle disputes. This can help them plan the best way to help you.
- We can go to court near you: If your case must go to court, having a lawyer from our firm who works in your area can save time and make things smoother.
In short, hiring our Massachusetts employment lawyer means getting the right help from someone who understands your situation and your state.
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What to Expect When You Hire a Massachusetts Employment Lawyer
Hiring a lawyer may sound scary, but we make it simple. Here’s what you can expect:
- A free talk: We’ll start with a free consultation to learn about your situation.
- Clear advice: We’ll explain your rights and what options you have.
- No pressure: You choose what to do next. We support your decisions.
- Fair fees: Many of our services are offered on a contingency basis, which means you don’t pay unless we win your case.
You deserve to feel safe and respected at work. Let us help you get there.
What to Do Before You Contact Our Employment Lawyer in Massachusetts
If you think something is wrong at work, you don’t have to wait to talk to a lawyer. But you can take smart steps right now that can help your case later.
Here’s what you should do:
Write Everything Down
Keep a notebook or file with all the details so you remember the important things. Write down what happened, when it happened, who was involved, and what was said. The more specific you are, the better.
Save All Relevant Documents
Hold on to any papers or digital files that relate to your job problem. This could be emails, texts, pay stubs, contracts, schedules, or write-ups from your boss. These records can be very helpful if your case goes forward.
Don’t Sign Anything Yet
If your employer gives you something to sign, such as a warning notice, a write-up, a new contract, or a severance agreement, don’t feel like you have to rush. You have the right to read it carefully and talk to our lawyer first.
Stay Calm and Professional
Even if you’re upset, you must keep your cool at work. Avoid arguing or acting in ways that could hurt your case. We will step in to protect you and deal with your employer if needed.
Taking these steps before you contact a Massachusetts employment lawyer can make it easier for your lawyer to understand your situation and take action quickly.
Get Help From Our Massachusetts Employment Lawyer Today
If something feels wrong at your job in Massachusetts, it may be time to hire an employment lawyer. Don’t wait to secure legal representation. Duddy, Goodwin & Pollard will protect your rights and fight for what’s fair.
Our attorneys represent workers in Massachusetts in employment law and labor law matters, including wage violations, workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination. We believe in holding employers and corporations accountable for breaking the law.
Whether you’re fighting for fair pay, standing up to discrimination, or protecting your right to organize, we will lead the process and pursue justice on your behalf.
Call us for a free consultation to learn how we can help.
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