Employment Law Attorney, Portsmouth, NH

Harassment and discrimination in the workplace violates the law. Both employees and employers deserve to be treated with respect at their place of employment. As a leading New Hampshire employment law firm, Sherman Law, PLLC, represents both employees and companies in various legal matters. These include claims related to sexual harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation, and discrimination.

Have you faced discrimination or sexual harassment at work? Do you have questions about a proposed severance agreement? Is your employer asking you to sign a non-compete or non-solicitation agreement? To protect your best interests, it is advised that you seek the guidance of an experienced employment law attorney.

Sherman Law has handled various types of employment law cases including:

Discrimination Whether you are facing workplace discrimination due to age, disability, sex, national origin, or race, our experience in employment law can help you gather all the necessary evidence to make your claim.
Retaliation at work If your employer takes adverse action against you for complaining about events that occur at work involving sexual harassment, discrimination, or any other illegal actions, you may have a claim for retaliation.
Sexual Harassment If you have lost your job or are undergoing therapy as the result of another’s inappropriate behavior, having a lawyer by your side to represent you and protect your rights is essential.
Title VII Discrimination We can help you with state and federal discrimination claims that are related to race, national origin, sex, and other circumstances outlined under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Wrongful Termination If you are employed in New Hampshire and have been subjected to changes in your employment position, such as a reduced salary or a shift in responsibilities, we can provide you with compassionate, quality employment law representation.

Employment Law Frequently Asked Questions

It is likely that you will have many questions and concerns when it comes to employment law matters. View some of the most frequently asked employment law questions below, or contact us for a free case review.

Q: How long do I have to file an employment law claim?

A: It is important to act fast after experiencing discrimination or harassment at work. Anti-discrimination laws only allow a limited amount of time to file a claim, which will depend on the type of situation that took place and whether you are a federal or state employee. In some instances, this can be as little as 180 days from the last date of discrimination. Contact our office for the exact time limit for your situation.

Q: What if I am facing discrimination due to my sexual orientation?

A: With the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) July 15th, 2015 ruling, discrimination based on sexual orientation was determined to be unlawful. You can read more about this ruling in a blog post here.

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