Wage and Bonus Disputes
Employees have the right to be paid the compensation they have earned. Attorney Lisa B. Lerner represents employees, executives, and professionals in disputes involving unpaid wages, wage theft, unpaid bonuses, commissions, incentive compensation, deferred compensation, and other compensation-related claims.
The firm also represents employees who have been retaliated against for complaining about unpaid wages or asserting their rights under federal or state wage and hour laws. Whether the dispute involves an employment agreement, bonus plan, commission structure, compensation policy, or statutory wage protections, Lisa develops strategic, results-driven solutions designed to maximize her clients' recovery through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation with co-counsel when necessary.
Our Approach
Every employment dispute requires a different strategy. Some matters are best resolved through private negotiations, while others require mediation, arbitration, or litigation. Attorney Lisa B. Lerner works closely with each client to develop a customized strategy based on the client's legal claims, objectives, timeline, and tolerance for risk. Whenever possible, the firm seeks to resolve disputes efficiently and confidentially while maximizing the client's financial recovery and protecting future career opportunities. When litigation becomes the best path forward, Lisa works with experienced co-counsel to pursue her clients' claims aggressively.
Private Negotiation
Strategic Advocacy
Many employment disputes can be resolved through confidential negotiations without the need for a public lawsuit. Lisa negotiates directly with employers and their counsel to pursue favorable financial and non-financial outcomes while protecting her clients' privacy and professional reputations.
Every case begins with a thorough evaluation of the facts, the law, and the available evidence. Lisa develops a customized strategy designed to maximize leverage and position each client for the strongest possible outcome, whether through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
Arbitration or Litigation
While many employment disputes can be resolved without filing suit, litigation or arbitration is sometimes the most effective way to protect a client's rights. When necessary, Lisa partners with experienced trial counsel to pursue claims aggressively while remaining actively involved throughout the case.
Settlement Strategy
Successful settlements require more than exchanging numbers. The Law Offices of Lisa B. Lerner, PLLC develops persuasive legal and factual arguments, negotiates from a position of strength, and works to maximize compensation while addressing important non-monetary issues such as non-disparagement, confidentiality, restrictive covenants, equity, and separation terms.