Labor & Employment Lawyer in Baytown, Texas

There are strict laws that govern each and every workplace. If those laws have been violated, you can take legal action. Ms. Johnson joined the Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C to fight for you. She will stand with you to help right your employer’s wrongs. The Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C. provides comprehensive legal services to all employees from hourly workers to company executives. We tailor unique legal strategies for each client based on his or her individual case and legal goals.
There are strict laws that govern each and every workplace. If those laws have been violated, you can take legal action. Ms. Johnson joined the Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C to fight for you. She will stand with you to help right your employer’s wrongs. The Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C. provides comprehensive legal services to all employees from hourly workers to company executives. We tailor unique legal strategies for each client based on his or her individual case and legal goals.
We frequently handle cases involving:
  • Discrimination
  • Retaliation
  • Sexual harassment
  • Wrongful termination
  • Severance agreements
We will fight so you can find the justice you deserve. Contact Us today to schedule your free initial consultation.
We frequently handle cases involving:
  • Discrimination
  • Retaliation
  • Sexual harassment
  • Wrongful termination
  • Severance agreements
We will fight so you can find the justice you deserve. Contact Us today to schedule your free initial consultation.
DISCRIMINATION
Unfortunately, discrimination in the workplace still happens. If your employer or prospective employer failed to hire you, promote you, give you that raise you qualified for, demoted you Job candidates and employees lose out on positions, promotions and pay raises, but are also left to feel or took any other obvious action you felt was directly tied to any of the factors below – you need to seek legal advice as soon as possible. Specific timelines apply to employment actions. If you find you have been the victim of discrimination at work, The Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C., can help you file a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and more.
ILLEGAL EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION INCLUDES:
A violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
  • Discrimination based on color or race
  • Discrimination based on national origin
  • Gender discrimination
  • Religious discrimination
  • Pregnancy discrimination
  • A violation of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
  • Age discrimination
  • A violation of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 or the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
  • Disability discrimination (or failure to provide reasonable accommodation)
  • A violation of the Equal Pay Act of 1963
  • Equal pay discrimination
Call us today to schedule your free initial consultation.
RETALIATION
It takes courage to oppose and report discrimination, refuse to perform an illegal activity, engage in a Whistleblower action, report a violation of law by a governmental entity, report nursing home abuse or neglect, take FMLA leave, file a workers' compensation claim, report safety issues at work, and report OSHA violations due to the fear of retaliation. Workplace retaliation can take many forms: termination, demotion, change in schedule, change in pay, adverse employment action, hostile work environment or anything that affects a term or condition of your employment. At the Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C., we understand you have a unique story to tell and will take the time to get to know the intricacies of your situation. Contact Us today to schedule your free initial consultation.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
Unwanted advances are never welcome. They are exceptionally difficult to deal with in the workplace whether the unwanted advances come from a supervisor, subordinate or colleague. Regardless of the perpetrator's intentions, if you feel uncomfortable with a co-workers' sexual advances, you have the right to press charges according to the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Whether you fear losing your job or have been fired for rejecting sexual advances, The Law Offices of Scott C. Lannie, P.C., can help with sexual harassment, quid pro quo harassment (sexual favors in exchange for something), a hostile work environment (making your work life unbearable), retaliation (fired or treated differently for reporting abuse), and constructive discharge (leaving you no choice but to quit). Contact Us today to schedule your free initial consultation.
WRONGFUL TERMINATION
Texas is an at-will employment State which means employers have the right to terminate employees for any reason unless there is an employment contract stating otherwise. There are a few limited exceptions to this general rule. If you were terminated due to discrimination, as a form of retaliation, due to sexual harassment, due to your pursuit of a wage and hour claim, because you acted as a whistleblower or for reporting fraud, you have the right to take action. Contact Us today to schedule your free initial consultation.
SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS
Typically, when an employee is offered severance it is an overwhelming and somewhat unexpected event. Severance agreements are difficult to navigate. It is critical to understand anything you execute prior to signing to ensure you are aware of all legal implications and rights you may be waiving or agreeing to be bound by. To the extent a lawsuit would outweigh the benefit of executing the agreement and accepting the severance, we will advise you accordingly and can proceed on your behalf. We will negotiate terms and fight for you to get the greatest benefits available. Contact Us today to schedule your free initial consultation.