Serving Employees and Employers Throughout Florida

Employment law issues are both critical and complex, often involving significant civil rights concerns. These cases carry high stakes for both workers and companies, as they strive to protect their reputations and financial standing.

At Massey & Duffy, PLLC, we are a full-service employment law firm representing both employees and employers. Our Gainesville employment law attorneys provide experienced and dedicated representation, offering personalized service to each client. We handle cases such as wrongful termination, discrimination, wage disputes, and other labor and employment matters.

How We Help Employees

We work tirelessly to defend the rights of workers who have been treated unlawfully at their jobs. Some of the cases we handle include:

  • Whistleblower claims

  • Discrimination based on race, disability, or religion

  • Age or gender discrimination

  • Retaliation and wrongful termination

  • Unfair performance reviews

  • Disciplinary action

  • Sexual harassment

  • Wage and hour disputes

How We Help Employers

In addition to representing employees, our firm provides comprehensive legal support to employers. We offer advice and defense in civil lawsuits brought by employees, as well as proactive services such as:

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Drafting employee manuals and handbooks

  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) issues

  • Disability and religious accommodations

  • Employee complaint investigations and unemployment compensation

  • Employment and severance agreements

Gainesville Disciplinary Action Lawyer

If you’re facing disciplinary action or a series of negative performance reviews, your job could be at risk. For employees who have never faced discipline or negative reviews, this can be a stressful and confusing time. If you believe your employment is in jeopardy, it’s important to speak with a lawyer you can trust.

At Massey & Duffy, PLLC, we understand the pressure that employees face in these situations. We take the time to listen, understand your circumstances, and work proactively to help save your job.

How an Attorney Can Help Protect Your Job

As experienced employment law attorneys, we know that responding to negative feedback from your employer can be challenging. In many cases, following up with your employer and discussing the issue can be helpful. However, if your employer is unwilling to reconsider, the situation may require legal intervention.

We can assist in several ways, including:

  • Challenging inaccurate performance reviews

  • Investigating your history with the company

  • Reviewing the basis for disciplinary action

  • Responding to disciplinary notices

Our attorneys frequently help clients draft letters to employers, outlining their perspective. In some cases, these letters successfully resolve the issue. If the employer threatens termination, we may escalate the matter by filing with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or another relevant agency. We make it clear that retaliatory actions may lead to liability for the employer.