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Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County Launches New Employee Rights Project

LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY workplace rights and protections to which they are entitled,” Sharon said.
Depending on the circumstances of a case, available remedies may include injunctive relief, back pay, front pay, lost benefits, compensation for pain and suffering, or reinstatement.
Lynn E. Sharon, Esq., Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Employment Discrimination Attorney
The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County has launched a new Employee Rights Project to help eligible workers protect their rights and address unlawful treatment in the workplace.
Lynn E. Sharon, Esq., an experienced litigation attorney has joined the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County as an employment discrimination attorney. She has litigated significant cases involving employment contracts, noncompete agreements, civil rights cases and employment discrimination matters, with successful outcomes on behalf of employees
Employees who experience workplace discrimination, retaliation or a hostile work environment may face unfair demotion, termination, reassignment or other adverse employment actions. The newly established Employee Discrimination office will provide legal guidance and assistance to eligible workers navigating these challenges.
“ Our goal is to help employees secure the
The project can assist eligible workers with the administrative complaint process before the U. S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Florida Commission on Human Relations. In appropriate cases, the project may also provide litigation assistance.
“ Access to justice includes access to legal help when an employee faces discrimination, retaliation or a hostile work environment,” said Robert A. Bertisch, Esq., executive director of the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County.“ I am pleased to expand our services and strengthen our commitment to the workers and families of Palm Beach County.”
The newly formed Employee Rights Project is supervised by Vanessa Coe, Esq. and encompasses Worker’ s Compensation, Wage Theft, and Employment Discrimination work.
Individuals seeking assistance through the Employee Rights Project may contact the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County to learn about eligibility requirements and available services. Call 561-655-8944 or visit legalaidpbc. org.
About the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County provides high-quality civil legal services to lowincome and vulnerable residents of Palm Beach County. Through legal representation, advocacy, and community partnerships, the organization works to ensure equal access to justice for all.
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