Brian J Graber LLC, Attorney at Law - South Bend, IN

Protecting Employee Rights Across Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan

Every hardworking employee deserves a workplace free from illegal harassment, retaliation, and unfair discrimination. When an employer violates state or federal employment laws, it can threaten your livelihood, career trajectory, and emotional well-being. At Brian J Graber LLC, Attorney at Law, we stand as a shield for employees who have been wrongfully terminated, subjected to toxic environments, or cheated out of their hard-earned wages. Based in South Bend, Indiana, our firm represents clients across Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan. With more than twenty years of dedicated legal experience, attorney Brian J. Graber is a relentless advocate who understands the intricate rules of labor and employment law. If you need to find an attorney who is truly prepared to fight for your dignity and financial recovery, our team is ready to stand with you.

Elite Wrongful Termination and Retaliation Advocacy

Under the common law doctrine of employment-at-will in Indiana, employers have broad discretion in hiring and firing. However, this rule is not absolute. Your employer cannot terminate you for a reason that violates public policy or retaliates against you for exercising your legal rights. Our firm represents employees in wrongful discharge cases, including:

• Refusal to Commit Illegal Acts: If you were fired for refusing to drive an overweight commercial truck or violating other safety laws, we hold employers accountable.
• Whistleblower Retaliation: We represent whistleblowers protected under federal laws like the Energy Reorganization Act, aviation whistleblower laws, and food safety regulations.
• Wage Claim Retaliation: We represent workers terminated after demanding unpaid wages or overtime compensation under state and federal wage laws.

If you need to hire an employment attorney to challenge a wrongful termination, we have the specialized trial experience to pursue the maximum damages you are owed.

Combatting Workplace Harassment and Discrimination

Workplace discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, or pregnancy is completely unlawful under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and state statutes. We also represent victims of severe sexual harassment, holding supervisors and corporate entities responsible for failing to provide a safe working environment. We collect crucial evidence, navigate the complex Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charging process, and build an ironclad case to secure the justice and financial restitution you deserve.

Pursuing Recoveries for Wage Theft and Overtime Violations

Many employees are cheated out of their proper compensation through wage theft, misclassification as independent contractors, or unpaid overtime. We represent workers in wage and hour disputes under the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Indiana Wage Payment and Collection Act. We work to recover unpaid hourly wages, overtime pay, and liquidated damages from employers who fail to pay employees what they have legally earned.

Frequently Asked Questions About Employment Law Claims

To assist you, we have answered some of our clients' most common questions:

• Do you offer a free consultation" Yes, we provide a free, confidential initial consultation to review your employment situation and outline your legal options.
• What geographical areas do you serve" We represent employees throughout Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan, with office locations in South Bend, Chicago, and New Buffalo.
• How are attorney fees handled" Many of our employment law cases are handled on a contingency basis, meaning we only get paid if we successfully recover compensation for you.