Employment Law Attorneys

Developing successful employment relations at Northwest Indiana and Illinois businesses

Businesses rely on their employees to accomplish their goals. Strong labor relations result in successful organizations. Conversely, disruptions in your workforce can negatively impact your company. Specific state and federal regulations and industry standards govern employment issues. For more than a total of 165 years, Rubino Ruman, Crosmer, Smith, Sersic & Polen has guided businesses and their employees through the complicated laws and policies that affect workplace relations. Our lawyers provide crucial counsel for such issues as:

Employment contracts Non-compete agreements Employment handbooks Employment policies and procedures Termination practices and procedures Discrimination complaints

Sexual harassment complaints Labor disputes Labor union negotiations Benefits Workplace safety Federal and state law compliance

Avoiding conflicts

Employees and employers benefit when conflicts are avoided. Rubino Ruman works with you to develop procedures, policies and contracts that minimize the occurrence of disputes within your company. The Rubino Ruman team has maintained a respectful relationship with local unions in Northwest Indiana that gives us a strong foundation for effective negotiations and powerful insight into the workers’ positions.

Solid employment contracts

Our skilled advocates negotiate and draft solid employment contracts for your business – including terms of employment, executive compensation, confidentiality and non-compete agreements. We ensure you remain in compliance with the law and address potential problems upfront so you can avoid disputes and concentrate on the important aspects of running a company.

Compliance with state and federal laws

Employers must familiarize themselves with employment law. Rubino Ruman educates you about state and federal statutes and keeps you apprised of changes that occur. We explain the application to your business of such regulations as:

• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
• Workers Compensation Program (OWCP)
• Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
• Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA)
• Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
• Consumer Credit Protection Act (CPCA)
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)
• Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA)

Contact employment law attorneys for counsel on successful labor relations

Rubino Ruman has offices in Dyer, Hammond and Chicago and serves clients throughout Indiana and Illinois, including Lake, Porter and Tippecanoe counties in Northwest Indiana.

Call Rubino Ruman at 219-227-4037 or contact our law firm online to schedule a free consultation.