Employment & Labor

A results-oriented approach to the employment needs of clients.
Broad range of employment law experience.
A commitment to client education.

Representing The Employment Needs Of A Diverse Range Of Clients - Dressman Benzinger LaVelle's Employment & Labor Practice Group takes an active, practical, results-oriented approach to the employment needs of clients. Our employment clients include:

Private employers in both traditional and new economy businesses
Non-profit organizations such as hospitals and healthcare providers
Universities
Religious institutions
Governmental entities

Matters Routinely Handled For Employers:

Defending against employment claims before state & local employment practice agencies, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and state and federal courts - both at trial and on appeal
Consulting with and planning for clients regarding disciplinary actions, terminations and downsizing
Drafting and negotiating severance packages and non-compete agreements
Litigating claims that arise from personnel changes
Advising clients on compliance with emerging law regarding disabilities and handicapped persons
Drafting, reviewing and auditing personnel policies, benefit programs and employee handbooks
Handling wage and hour questions and audits
Representing management to resist union organizing efforts
Defending against unemployment claims

Educating Clients - DBL attorneys offer seminars and training for supervisors and managers on a variety of topics including:

Discrimination
Workplace harassment
Wrongful discharge
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Lawful interviews and performance evaluation
Employment audits
The Family Medical Leave Act
The Americans With Disabilities Act
Wage and hour
Union organizing efforts
Disciplinary actions and terminations

Traditional Labor Law - DBL has substantial experience combating labor unions:

Opposition to union organizing drives
Contract negotiation in the collective bargaining process
Administration of grievances and arbitration of labor disputes
Practice before the National Labor Relations Board

To learn the schedule for upcoming seminars, or to schedule one at your place of business, please contact one of the following DBL attorneys:

Robert M. Hoffer
Dressman Benzinger LaVelle psc
207 Thomas More Parkway
Crestview Hills, Kentucky 41017
(859) 426-2105
bhoffer@dbllaw.com

Kelly A. Schoening
Dressman Benzinger LaVelle psc
207 Thomas More Parkway
Crestview Hills, Kentucky 41017
(859) 426-2145
kschoening@dbllaw.com

Mark D. Guilfoyle
Dressman Benzinger LaVelle psc
207 Thomas More Parkway
Crestview Hills, Kentucky 41017
(859) 426-2149
mguilfoyle@dbllaw.com