Employment Law

The lawyers at Blakemore, Meeker and Bowler Co., L.P.A. have experience on both sides of the table when employment law issues arise. Our firm has provided zealous representation to both employers and employees on a wide variety of employment matters.

When an employer is named in a lawsuit, there can be damaging consequences. For example, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) launches investigations when an employee alleges that an employer has engaged in discriminatory practices. If the EEOC finds that an employer has engaged in discriminatory actions, the EEOC can impose monetary fines and various punishments against the employer. In addition, the employee can also bring a private lawsuit against the employer. Our firm has vigorously represented employers in both the EEOC process and private litigation by ensuring that baseless and frivolous claims are dismissed as early as possible.

On the other hand, our firm also represents employees involved with employment/labor disputes regarding a variety of matters. For example, our firm has represented employees in claims involving the following:

• The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Contract Disputes
• Federal Civil Rights Act of 1991
• Ohio Civil Rights Act
• Wrongful termination claims
• Race/Gender Discrimination
• Privacy and Employee Monitoring
• Title VII Compliance (Gender, Age, Race Discrimination)
• Sexual Harassment and Hostile Work Environment Disputes
• Severance Agreements

From handling contract negotiations, to pursuing claims of unlawful discriminatory practices, to evaluating severance agreements, the lawyers at Blakemore, Meeker, & Bowler Co. have invaluable experience in all aspects of employment issues that an employee should not face alone. We have handled litigation disputes at the state court level, the federal court level, and the appellate level. When representing employees in labor disputes, our firm strives to ensure that the best interests of the employee are vigorously protected.