Should I contact an employment lawyer?
Sarah Garza
Updated on March 06, 2026
An employment lawyer can help you review your offer of employment and make sure that what you’re signing puts you in the best position as you start your new job. There are multiple possible solutions for workplace harassment and discrimination, and an employment lawyer can help walk you through your best options.
Can I sue my employer for sharing my personal information?
The CA Constitution gives employees the ability to sue employers for violations of that privacy right. In order to do so, the employee must show that the employer violated the employee’s reasonable expectation of privacy.
When should I talk to an employment lawyer?
An employer should contact an employment attorney if: They need representation in collective bargaining negotiations with a union; An employee has filed a complaint for discrimination or harassment against them; When an employee has filed a lawsuit naming them as a defendant for an employment related matter; or.
What happens if information is not kept confidential?
Failure to protect and secure confidential information may not only lead to the loss of business or clients, but it also unlocks the danger of confidential information being misused to commit illegal activity such as fraud. Strict data protection rules must be followed when managing private information.
Where can I get free employment law advice?
Call 03330 431 217 for free advice on employment law including dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, collective labour law, contractual issues and legislation.
How to address employment law issues at work?
Learn how to address employment law issues at work, from recruitment, TUPE and terms and conditions to statutes, statutory rates and redundancy. Employment Law | CIPD Learn how to address employment law issues at work, from recruitment, TUPE and terms and conditions to statutes, statutory rates and redundancy. Skip to main content
When do you need legal advice about employment?
You may need legal advice if you: have any other genuine dispute with a current or former employer. We may give legal advice to employees on employment matters. We can’t give legal advice: to employers or genuine independent contractors. If we can’t help you, we may be able to refer you to other services which may be able to help.
Can a law firm accept you as a client?
The lawyer or law firm you are contacting is not required to, and may choose not to, accept you as a client. The Internet is not necessarily secure and emails sent through this site could be intercepted or read by third parties. Exempt or Nonexempt Employee: Am I Entitled to Overtime?