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Get Legal Advice for Employment Law Claims in Georgia

All employees in Georgia have the right to a safe and respectful workplace free from any form of discrimination or harassment. These rights are enshrined in various federal and state laws that are designed to uphold dignity and foster equality in the professional environment. Specific rights include (but are not limited to) receiving a fair wage, protection from wrongful termination, and the right to take family and medical leave.

When you believe your rights as an employee have been violated, turn to Morrison & Hughes for personalized legal guidance. Our Georgia employment lawyers can investigate what happened and advise you of your legal options, which may include filing a formal complaint against your employer. We are passionate about upholding the rights of employees across all industries and are prepared to use our knowledge and resources to help you seek justice.

You do not have to go up against your employer alone. Call (404) 689-2734 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation. 

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At Morrison & Hughes, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    "Tristan and his firm come in hard and go hard the whole time."

    He went out of his way, above and beyond to make sure I got what I deserved. He is extremely knowledgeable and Uber clever, sharp as a pin. By far the best personal injury firm I have ever had the pleasure to work with.

    Adrien P.
    "They handled this case with the utmost professionalism and courtesy."

    This is the first time that I have ever had to deal with something so traumatic, but Morrison & Hughes made the experience much more pleasant and endurable. I would highly recommend this law firm.

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    "Knowledgeable & Precise"

    I am very pleased with how Tristan handled my case. I found him through another firm but knew nothing about him other than their recommendation. I found him to be knowledgeable and precise in his dealings with my case.

    Debbie
    "I'm So Glad That I Didn't Choose a TV Lawyer"

    The lawyers at MH are friendly and easy to talk to. They understood how to handle my case from the beginning, even though it had a lot of complicated issues.

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    "Above and Beyond."

    Hill Hughes was awesome to work with. He went above and beyond to fight for me. If you need good lawyers, this is the place to go. They fight long and hard for each of their clients.

    Former Client
    "Highly Recommend"

    Mr. Morrison is one other the most helpful attorney I know he is kind and also good at his job. He is straight to the point.

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    "I promise you will have the best attorney for Workers' compensation."

    He proved to get the best possible results regarding my Worker's compensation claim. He proved he was a very efficient attorney. Was very knowledgeable in his area of practice.

    JR
    "All We Wanted Was What Was “Right”"

    We came to Tristan when my husband’s workman’s comp agreement was abruptly halted last year. Throughout the process, Tristan was steady and measured, and quoted diligence, not hype.

    Brooke

Types of Employment Law Claims in Georgia

Though some unscrupulous employers sometimes act like employees must follow whatever rules or directives they impose, the truth is that employees enjoy numerous important protections in the state of Georgia. It is in your best interest to familiarize yourself with your rights so that you can recognize violations should they occur. Our Georgia employment attorneys are happy to answer any questions you may have about your rights and whether your employer’s actions violated them. 

As an employee, you are protected from:

  • Discrimination. In Georgia, your employer cannot make employment decisions based on your race, national origin, color, religion, sex, pregnancy status, age (40-70), citizenship status, genetic information, or disability. Examples of employment decisions include choosing who to hire, who to promote, and who to lay off or fire. Discriminatory harassment, which can include inappropriate comments and other forms of unwelcome conduct, can create a hostile work environment, which is also unlawful. Sexual harassment is considered discriminatory on the basis of sex. If you have a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation, and your employer must make a good-faith effort to explore its implementation.
  • Retaliation. Your employer cannot retaliate against you for engaging in a protected activity. Protected activities include requesting information about your rights, telling others about possible workplace violations, complaining about unlawful behavior (including discrimination and sexual harassment), discussing wages and other work-related with your coworkers, filing a workers’ compensation claim, reporting unlawful behavior, and refusing to commit an unlawful act on behalf of your employer. Adverse actions that constitute retaliation include termination, demotion, harassment, unjustifiable or disproportionate discipline, or any other act that would disincentivize you from exercising your rights. 
  • Wrongful termination. Georgia is an at-will employment state, meaning employees can be terminated for almost any reason. However, you cannot be fired or let go for discriminatory or retaliatory reasons.

Your employer must follow all state and federal wage laws, which include paying you the minimum wage and overtime wages under qualifying conditions. Employers cannot pay you less for the same work because of your sex. They also cannot misclassify you as an independent contractor if you are performing the duties of an employee. If you work for an employer with at least 50 employees, you are entitled to up to 12 weeks of unpaid protected leave per year for the birth of your child, for the adoption of your child, to manage a serious illness, or to care for a spouse or child dealing with a serious illness. 

These are just a few of the employment laws that some employers have made an unfortunate habit of violating. If you think your rights may have been violated, we encourage you to discuss your options with our Georgia employment lawyers. 

You have limited time to take legal action if your employee rights have been violated, so contact us online or call (404) 689-2734 to discuss your case with our team at Morrison & Hughes today.

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Why Choose Morrison & Hughes?

What Makes Us Different
  • Innovative Legal Strategies
    At Morrison & Hughes, we utilize advanced technology, such as automated flying drones for car inspections and 3D printers to print medical models, to ensure that every detail of your case is reviewed and analyzed. We make sure to have all the needed evidence to set your case up for success.
  • Unique Legal Insight
    Our team includes former defense attorneys, granting us invaluable insight into the strategies and tactics employed by the opposition. This unique perspective empowers us to build robust cases and anticipate the other side's moves, ultimately ensuring our clients receive the strongest representation and are positioned to obtain favorable outcomes in their personal injury claims.
  • Dedicated Legal Counsel
    At our law firm, we ensure that every client receives personalized attention directly from a skilled and experienced lawyer. When you hire us, you can rest assured that your case will be handled by a dedicated attorney, not delegated to support staff, maximizing the quality and effectiveness of our legal representation.
  • Experienced Legal Advocates
    Our founding partners, Hil and Tristan, both have over 20 years of experience defending the rights of the injured. With a proven track record of successful outcomes, our deep knowledge and understanding of the complexities involved in personal injury cases ensure clients receive the utmost care and dedication throughout the legal process.

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Answer just a few easy questions, and we’ll be able to help tell if you have a case! Please note that this is not legal advice, and we aren’t your attorney yet. It’s just a quick way to get some basic information. We strongly recommend that you contact us for a free consultation and speak to a live attorney to figure out what your case is worth.

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      • Unfortunately, most causes of action are barred after 2 years. If your case is not already in litigation, you have probably lost your right to sue. There are a very few times when that may not be true, so we recommend you call another law firm for confirmation. We unfortunately won’t be able to help with your case, ourselves. If your case is already in litigation, we recommend you call us. At this stage, determining what your case is worth and what your rights may be will require more questions than we can do online. Give us a call at 404-800-5297 and schedule a time with an attorney.

        • We’d love to talk to you. I’m going to send this over to our intake staff and have them call you to discuss further. Please fill out the information below and we’ll give you a call soon!

        You may have a case, depending on what type of care you have gotten, but we’ll need to actually talk to you to figure out the value of your case and give you good advice. Please give us a call at 404-800-5297 and be ready to tell us about which doctors you have seen, pictures of the cars involved, and your drivers’ license. We look forward to talking to you!

      Generally, to prove that you are injured, you need to get medical care soon after the collision. If it’s been more than 30 days since the collision, it’s going to be very difficult to prove your injuries are a result of the crash. Another problem with waiting so long is that evidence – like videos and witness reports – are going to be hard, if not impossible to find. We recommend that you call us, or another attorney, during business hours and ask for an evaluation of your case. Please have pictures of the cars and your driver’s license available.

      • That’s very good. Please keep those pictures and do not delete them. When we talk to you, please send them over.

      • It sounds like you have a case that we can assist you with. We’d love to reach out to you, so please fill out the information on the next page so we’ll have a good contact number for you. In the meantime, keep a copy of any medical paperwork, pictures, or other evidence about the crash in an easily accessible place. We’ll ask you for them when we talk. Remember, there’s no attorney-client relationship until we get a chance to talk to you, so also do the following: Don’t talk to the at-fault insurance company Tell your doctors about each body part that hurts, even minor pain Don’t post about this on social media. Make your profile private

      You may have a case, depending on what type of care you have gotten, but we’ll need to talk to you to figure out the value of your case and give you good advice. Please give us a call at 404-800-5297 and be ready to tell us about which doctors you have seen, pictures of the cars involved, and your drivers’ license number. We look forward to talking to you!

      • Unfortunately, most causes of action are barred after 2 years. If your case is not already in litigation, you have probably lost your right to sue. There are a very few times when that may not be true, so we recommend you call another law firm for confirmation. We unfortunately won’t be able to help with your case, ourselves. If your case is already in litigation, we recommend you call us. At this stage, determining what your case is worth and what your rights may be will require more questions than we can do online. Give us a call at 404-800-5297 and schedule a time with an attorney.

      • Fall cases are very complicated and we’d like to have one of our attorneys call you to discuss further. In the meantime, while you are waiting, can you please get together any photos of the area (if you have them), medical records, and anything else you believe may be helpful? Also, we’d recommend: Don’t talk to the at-fault insurance company. Tell your doctors about each body part that hurts, even minor pain. Don’t post about this on social media. Make your profile private.

      • Unfortunately, most causes of action are barred after 2 years. If your case is not already in litigation, you have probably lost your right to sue. There are a very few times when that may not be true, so we recommend you call another law firm for confirmation. We unfortunately won’t be able to help with your case, ourselves. If your case is already in litigation, we recommend you call us. At this stage, determining what your case is worth and what your rights may be will require more questions than we can do online. Give us a call at 404-800-5297 and schedule a time with an attorney.

      • Dog bite and dog attack cases are complicated, and we’d like to have one of our attorneys call you to discuss further. In the meantime, while you are waiting, can you please get together any photos of the area, the dog, and your injuries (if you have them), medical records, and anything else you believe may be helpful? Also, we’d recommend: Don’t talk to the at-fault insurance company or dog owner. Tell your doctors about each body part that hurts, even minor pain. Don’t post about this on social media. Make your profile private.

      • Wrongful death cases are complicated, and we’d like to have one of our attorneys call you to discuss further. To prepare for that discussion, we recommend that you get together any photos, medical records, police reports, and anything else you believe may be helpful? Also, we’d recommend: Don’t talk to the at-fault insurance company or negligent person. Don’t post about this on social media. Make your profile private.

      Unfortunately, most causes of action are barred after 2 years. If your case is not already in litigation, you have probably lost your right to sue. There are a very few times when that may not be true, so we recommend you call another law firm for confirmation. We unfortunately won’t be able to help with your case, ourselves. If your case is already in litigation, we recommend you call us. At this stage, determining what your case is worth and what your rights may be will require more questions than we can do online. Give us a call at 404-800-5297 and schedule a time with an attorney.

        • I’d recommend that you talk with one of our attorneys before getting the surgery. It sounds like you may have a workers’ compensation claim that we can help with, and surgery is a big part of that claim. We’ll take your info and send it over to our attorney intake team to schedule a call with you. Please fill out the information below and we’ll give you a call soon!

        • I’d like to get your information so we have someone contact you and discuss if there’s anything further workers compensation can do for you. Once you’ve had surgery under workers compensation, there are some additional benefits which you may be entitled to, even if you have gone back to work. Generally, after surgery, the insurance company may be required to pay you a “permanent partial disability” payment, depending on how well the surgery went. Fill out the next page form and we’ll give you a call!

        • Fill out the next page form and we’ll give you a call!

        For a minor injury, you may not want or need an attorney. Settling a workers’ compensation almost always involves a resignation. So, consider whether involving a lawyer is in your best interest. If you would still like a free legal consult, please give us a call at 404-800-5297

      • Unfortunately, most causes of action are barred after 2 years. If your case is not already in litigation, you have probably lost your right to sue. There are a very few times when that may not be true, so we recommend you call another law firm for confirmation. We unfortunately won’t be able to help with your case, ourselves. If your case is already in litigation, we recommend you call us. At this stage, determining what your case is worth and what your rights may be will require more questions than we can do online. Give us a call at 404-800-5297 and schedule a time with an attorney.

      • Medical malpractice is very complicated, so we’re going to send this information to an attorney to review and, if it looks like you have a valid claim, an attorney will give you a call to discuss your rights. In the meantime, if you have medical records which support your claim, please have them ready for review.

            • Ok, I think we have enough information to have someone look into your social security question. We’ll pass this along to a qualified social security attorney. Fill out the next section so that they can contact you to talk further.

        • Ok, I think we have enough information to have someone look into your disability question. Disability cases are complex, so a disability attorney will need to speak with you about your claim. Fill out the next section so that they can contact you to talk further. If possible, please gather your wage records, along with the disability application or policy to be ready for the call.

        • Federal law requires certain types of employees to be paid time and a half (overtime) when working more than 40 hours during a given work week. Therefore, when you tell us what happened, make sure to include your job title, your typical work week, how much you were paid, and whether you were ever paid overtime.

        Being forced to work through unpaid breaks on a regular basis is wage theft. For example, if you have a regularly scheduled lunch break, for which you are not paid, but your employer requires you to work through lunch without paying you, you may be entitled to compensation. Therefore, when you tell us what happened, make sure to include your job title, which breaks are involved, and roughly how many co-workers are also having wages stolen.

        Being forced to work before or after clocking out is a violation of Federal law. This is sometimes called “wage theft”. When you tell us what happened, make sure to include your job title, your pay rate, and roughly how many co-workers are also having wages stolen.

      • Ok, we’ll send this over to an attorney to look over. If it sounds like you have a claim under the law, we’ll ask someone to call you to get some more information. In the meantime, if you have any emails, or wage stubs, time logs, or anything that you think will help your claim, please have them ready.

      • We’ll have an attorney take a look at this. If it’s something we can help with, please expect a call from an attorney in the next day or so. If not, you may still have a claim, but it’s one we can’t help with. If you don’t get a call from us, we may not be able to help you, so please find another attorney to give you some advice soon, because there are a lot of deadlines in the law.

when you have been injured, we won't back down It can feel like the system is designed for you to lose- but with attorneys who don't back down on your side, you can fight- and win.