Representing Employees in South Carolina
The Strom Law Firm represents individuals whose rights have been violated in the workplace as employees.
Whether you are dealing with your employer’s failure to pay wages or a claim of discrimination, you may feel as if you have nowhere to turn.
Even if you voluntarily quit your job, you may be subject to a non-compete or other type of employment agreement, which leaves you feeling trapped and unable to follow your chosen career path.
The Employment Lawyers at the Strom Law Firm understand that your job is your livelihood and know what is at stake.
Understanding At-Will Employment
South Carolina is an at-will employment state, meaning you have the right to quit your job at any time for any reason or no reason at all; likewise, your employer can hire or fire you for any reason or no reason.
However, an employer cannot fire you for any reason that:
- is illegal or protected under State or Federal law,
- violates the express terms of an implied or express contractual agreement, or
- violates public policy.
The employment attorneys at the Strom Law Firm represent South Carolina employees in employment matters including:
- wage and hour issues, including being forced to work off of the clock
- covenants not to compete and restrictive covenants,
- employment agreements,
- discrimination/Title VII claims,
- whistleblower or qui tam actions, and
- violations of the South Carolina Wage Payment Act or failure to pay wages when due.
Unlawful discrimination, which is often tied to a constructive discharge claim, is difficult to prove. There are certain procedural steps that you must take to assert your claim, making it critical that you contact a South Carolina employment discrimination attorney to ensure that your rights are protected.
Contact the Strom law firm today for a free consultation to discuss the facts of your case.
Non-Compete Agreements in South Carolina
Often, employees who plan to compete with a current or former employer may be subject to a non-compete or restrictive covenant agreement.
Whether your non-compete agreement is enforceable depends upon whether a Court finds it “reasonable” under the circumstances.
To be enforceable, the agreement must be:
- Supported by valuable consideration;
- Necessary to protect the legitimate interest of your employer;
- Reasonably limited concerning time and geographic scope;
- Not unduly harsh or oppressive in limiting your ability to earn a living;
- Reasonable from a public policy perspective.
Every non-compete agreement must be viewed based on its own facts. Contact the Strom law firm today for a free consultation to discuss the enforceability of your employment agreement.
