When Businesses Are Employers
As a small business begins to grow and more people are needed to carry out its purposes, employment relationships soon become necessary. As a sole proprietor or a partnership looking for help, you likely realize how important it is to comply with laws and regulations regarding business partners, contractors and employees who may work for your business.
At Kline Preston Law Group, clients benefit from the diverse legal background of attorney Kline Preston. With almost thirty years of experience practicing law abroad and in the U.S., he applies his knowledge and skills to advise business owners in the details and complexities of employment law.
Fundamental Legal Services For Business Owners, Recruiters, Managers And Trainers
The larger your business becomes, the more likely it is that you will need personnel dedicated solely to onboarding employees and ensuring they are properly trained and equipped to do their jobs. Whether your business has a human resources director or you handle employment matters on your own, attorney Kline Preston can guide you through legal aspects of employment, including:
- Employment contracts
- Noncompete and nondisclosure agreements
- Employment handbooks or online equivalents
- Training and regulatory compliance assurance
- Work visas, permanent labor certifications, employment verification requirements. and other requirements for workers who are not U.S. citizens
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) rules
- Payroll, benefits, hiring and firing protocols, leaves of absence and retirement
Resolving Controversies
Kline Preston Law Group provides small to medium-sized businesses the tools they need to comply with state, federal and, when applicable, international employment and labor law regulations. Clients receive guidance to prevent and resolve disputes over issues such as:
- Work attendance and time off policies
- Disciplinary processes
- Cyber security for employees
- Payment of wages and salaries
- Prevention or resolution of allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation
Attorney Kline Preston provides seasoned representation when employee disputes arise. He investigates the circumstances, reviews documents; creates reports, manages negotiations and represents companies’ interests in litigation as necessary. Protecting the resources and supporting the goals of a business are always at the heart of employment litigation and all types of business litigation.
Request An Employment Law Needs Analysis For Your Business
Whether you are seeking legal counsel proactively or need to respond to legal challenges such as discrimination claims, Kline Preston Law Group is here for you. Attorney Kline Preston advises and represents employers in Nashville and elsewhere in Tennessee, as well as out-of-state and international business people planning to establish operations in Tennessee. To schedule a consultation, call Call or email the firm.