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    Employment law covers a complex network of laws that controls how employers must treat employees, former employees, and applicants for employment.  Mr. Braden assists clients in developing employment policies, labor agreements, and complex severance agreements.  He represents employers and employees in wage claims, disability, and race, sex, and age discrimination, including class actions.

    Labor law is a broad area of the law that covers the relationship between employee-organized unions and management.  Mr. Braden represents employers in collective bargaining, labor arbitration, labor disputes, labor legislation and regulation, labor relations board proceedings, unfair labor practices, union relations, wage and hour laws, and the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act.

    Employment and labor law in California encompasses a detailed framework of regulations that dictate the manner in which employers are required to interact with employees, former employees, and potential job candidates. At the heart of this legal practice, Mr. Braden’s experience extends to the formulation of employment strategies, crafting labor agreements, and the development of severance packages tailored to meet the needs of both employers and employees.

    Mr. Braden’s practice is notably inclusive, providing legal representation to both employers and employees in a variety of disputes. This includes:

    • Litigation and negotiation in matters of wage discrepancies
    • Claims of disability discrimination
    • Allegations of discrimination based on race, sex, or age.
    • Class action lawsuits

    Labor law, as a specific subset of employment law, focuses on the dynamics between unions representing the workforce and the management teams of businesses. Mr. Braden’s role encompasses a wide range of activities within this domain, including representing employers during collective bargaining sessions, navigating labor arbitration, and addressing labor disputes

    His legal competence further extends to engaging with labor legislation and regulations, participating in proceedings before labor relations boards, and managing cases of unfair labor practices. He also offers guidance on union relations, compliance with wage and hour laws, and adherence to the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, ensuring businesses operate within legal boundaries while fostering a fair workplace environment.

    For employers and employees seeking a knowledgeable San Francisco employment and labor lawyer, Mr. Braden stands ready to offer his extensive experience, providing personalized legal solutions aimed at protecting the interests of his clients, and guiding them through the complexities of the legal landscape to achieve favorable outcomes.

    Contact a San Francisco Employment & Labor Lawyer at The Law Office of James M. Braden for legal representation today. Let our experience help you.