Gilbert, Kelly, Crowley & Jennett LLP

Unfair Claims/Coverage

Workers' Compensation

With our in-depth understanding of business and the problems business owners face in the employment arena, GKC&J is able to offer its clients expert advice and assistance in handling the full range of labor and employment law issues.

In addition, with its focus on lawsuit prevention and management, GKC&J has had a major affect on the outcome of labor and employment law practices. Through sound advice on labor and employee relations policies, GKC&J's intervention has enabled many clients to avoid lawsuits entirely.

This goes to prove that the lawyers in the Employment Department are dedicated to a swift resolution where appropriate and to an aggressive defense when necessary.

Among the areas in which GKC&J makes a difference by advising clients are:

Means of improving employee communications;

Presentation of supervisory training sessions;

Review of procedures and instructions to human relations personnel on preparing and improving personnel records and forms in compliance with state and federal law;

Preparation of employee handbooks;

Review of company policies and procedures and identification of internal problems, including management practices at all levels;

Review of policy compliance with equal pay and equal employment objectives;

Comprehensive review of company employee manuals and practices and procedures to ensure compliance with labor relations and workers' compensation law;

Pre-litigation review and mediation (if appropriate) of specific complaints presented by employees;

Occupational safety representation;

Representation of employers in federal and state court actions involving wrongful termination, ADA and Family Leave Act issues, sexual harassment, and employment discrimination allegations.

The Labor and Employment section of GKC&J works to prevent problems, create solutions, and keep our clients apprised of how to avoid pitfalls in the marketplace.

For information, contact the following:

Arthur J. McKeon			ajm@gilbertkelly.com