Brian J. Graber, Ltd., Employment Law - Trial Practice
A Chicago based lawyer aggressively representing employees who have been victimized by their employers in the practice areas of wrongful termination, retaliatory discharge, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, federal whistleblower protection claims, Illinois whistleblower protection claims, and wage & hour claims.
Practice Areas
Brian Graber has over 20 years of experience litigating employment law claims on behalf of employees for wrongful termination/retaliatory discharge, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, federal whistleblower protection claims, Illinois whistleblower protection claims, and wage & hour claims. Brian J. Graber, Ltd., provides free consultations, free virtual consultations and an honest assessment of your employment law matters. Browse our practice areas to learn more about how Brian J. Graber, Ltd., may be able to help you.
Why Choose Brian J. Graber, Ltd.?
Brian J. Graber, Ltd., provides an absolutely free consultation on your employment law matter and an honest and realistic assessment of your potential claims against your employer. Due to covid-19 Brian J. Graber, Ltd., offers free consultations through virtual technology by appointment. Here are some very important things to consider about employment litigation:
Employment at Will Doctrine
Illinois follows the doctrine of employment-at-will. Under the doctrine of employment-at-will, an employer can fire an employee for any reason, including unfair reasons. The employment-at-will doctrine is the general default rule that the Illinois and Federal courts apply unless the employment-at-will doctrine has been modified by contract or an exception applies.
Employers cannot fire employees for an illegal reason
A major exception to the employment-at-will doctrine is that an employer cannot fire an employee for a reason that is considered illegal under Illinois or Federal law. Common examples of an illegal reason for terminating an employee under Illinois and/or Federal law would be a discriminatory reason in violation of Illinois or Federal anti-discrimination statutes, refusing sexual advances, reporting sexual harassment or employment discrimination, engaging in certain activities that are considered protected under Illinois and Federal laws, engaging in certain whistleblowing activities that are protected under Illinois and Federal laws, and refusing to engage in conduct that would be in violation of Illinois or Federal law. Consult with Brian J. Graber, Ltd., as soon as possible to determine whether you were fired or suffered some adverse employment action in violation of Illinois or Federal law.
Know the reasons why your employment was terminated
Make sure to you get your employer’s reason or reasons for your termination at the time of your termination. Try to get your employer to put the reason(s) for your termination in writing. Record the date of your termination. The date your employment was terminated is very important because the statutes of limitation which limit the amount of time time you have to file a claim under certain Illinois or Federal laws can be as little as 30 days. If you suspect your employer terminated your employment in violation of Illinois or Federal law, you should seek an immediate legal consultation.
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Our Attorneys
We are a Chicago based law firm relentlessly bringing employers to justice that have violated our clients’ employment rights. We aggressively represent our clients in employment litigation to achieve the best possible results. Learn more about your employment rights here.
News & Events
Learn more about your employment rights by reviewing our employment blog.
Coronavirus Anti-Retaliation Protections For Illinois Employees
In these uncertain times, Illinois employees may have some legal protections from discrimination or retaliation related to the coronavirus pandemic. A wrongful termination in violation of certain Illinois or federal laws can be financially devastating. Many…
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Illinois Human Rights Act Protects All Employees.
Effective on July 1, 2020, the amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act extends all anti-discrimination and anti-harassment protections to all applicants and employees employed in the State of Illinois. The Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA),…
MAXIMIZE DAMAGES ON DISABILITY RETALIATION CLAIMS
Brian J. Graber, Ltd., can maximize damages for Illinois employees on disability retaliation claims by filing disability retaliation claims under the Illinois Human Rights Act. You can maximize damages on disability retaliation claims in Illinois to…
Maximize Age Discrimination Damages
Brian J. Graber, Ltd., can maximize damages in age discrimination and retaliation cases by filing claims under the ADEA and the IHRA. The Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) provides broader damages then the Age Discrimination in…
Pregnancy Accommodations
Brian J. Graber, Ltd., represents employees in pregnancy accommodation claims in the State of Illinois. The Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (Title VII), 42 U.S.C. §2000e(k)…
Wrongful Discharge Workplace Violence
Brian J. Graber, Ltd., represents employee discharged in retaliation for reporting workplace violence.
Success Stories
“Brian is an awesome lawyer. I was really nervous and had spoken to several other lawyers that did not seem to care. Brian made everything very easy and got me a much larger settlement than I expected. I never had to go into a deposition. The thing I noticed most about Brian is that he actually cares. I got more empathy from him then people that I know. Thank you very much Brian!”
– Dan O.
“Great lawyer, highly recommended. When I was searching for a lawyer I stumbled across Brian J. Graber, and what stood out immediately was the attention, time, and energy that Mr. Graber put forth to hear my claim. After the first phone call I already had my suspicions that he will be the best candidate to represent me in a wrongful termination suit due to the explicit details he went into just in the phone interview. Then after meeting with Mr. Graber for the first time I knew he would be the best lawyer for me. He spoke with me in detail with dignity and respect explaining all the risk and positive possibilities in the process of how lawsuits work. For all the questions I had Mr. Graber had extended breakdown answers ensuring that I knew all the information prior to proceeding. If you’re looking for a wrongful termination lawyer Mr. Graber is your guy, he has the knowledge, he puts in the time, and effort and produces results.”
– Gerald R.
“Brian got me my job back and a great settlement on my whistleblower claim”
– PW.
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