Steffans Legal - The Employment Law Firm - Fall River, MA

Championing Employee Rights Across Fall River and Bristol County

Workplace conflicts can jeopardize your livelihood, financial stability, and emotional health. Steffans Legal - The Employment Law Firm provides dedicated, fearless advocacy for employees facing injustice on the job. Established by Attorney Benjamin Knox Steffans, a graduate of Boston College Law School who has concentrated exclusively on employment law since 2006, the firm has recovered millions of dollars for hardworking individuals across Massachusetts. Having previously represented management at corporate defense firms, Attorney Steffans understands precisely how employers and defense counsel evaluate claims, giving his clients a decisive tactical advantage. Located in downtown Fall River at 57 North Main Street, the firm stands as a staunch protector of workers throughout the South Coast.

Massachusetts Wage and Hour Violations

Massachusetts maintains some of the strongest worker protection statutes in the nation. Under the Massachusetts Wage Act, employers found guilty of withholding wages are subject to mandatory triple damages and attorney fees. Steffans Legal handles all facets of wage theft:

• Unpaid overtime: Fighting for hourly and misclassified salaried employees who are denied time-and-a-half pay for working beyond forty hours per week.
• Unpaid commissions and bonuses: Recovering earned commissions, production bonuses, and contractual compensation withheld by employers.
• Withheld tips and service charges: Ensuring restaurant and hospitality staff receive all tips and mandatory service charges without unlawful management skimming.
• Independent contractor misclassification: Challenging companies that misclassify employees as 1099 contractors to avoid paying benefits, overtime, and taxes.
• Final paycheck violations: Taking immediate legal action when employers fail to distribute complete final paychecks, including accrued vacation time, on the date of termination.

Workplace Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Advocacy

Every worker is entitled to an environment free from prejudice and unlawful mistreatment. Steffans Legal represents victims before the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination and federal courts in cases involving:

• Sexual harassment: Combating hostile work environments, unwelcome sexual advances, quid pro quo demands, and predatory supervisory behavior.
• Unlawful discrimination: Prosecuting adverse actions motivated by race, gender, pregnancy, disability, age, national origin, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Disability accommodations: Holding employers accountable for failing to grant reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Retaliation, Whistleblower Claims, and Wrongful Termination

It is strictly illegal for employers to discipline, demote, or fire employees who speak out against unlawful behavior. Attorney Steffans aggressively litigates retaliation claims involving complaints about wage theft, safety hazards, discriminatory practices, and exercise of rights under the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave law.

Severance Review and Non-Compete Agreements

Signing an employment agreement without experienced counsel can limit your future career opportunities. The firm evaluates severance agreements to negotiate higher severance packages and advises employees on the enforceability of restrictive covenants under the Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act.

Schedule Your Free Employment Consultation

If you suspect your employer has violated your legal rights, there is no need to navigate the situation alone. Steffans Legal offers a one hundred percent free initial consultation to evaluate your case, and most employment claims are handled on a contingency fee basis with no out-of-pocket costs. Contact the Fall River office today to schedule your complimentary case evaluation.