In today’s world, it is so important that employees know their rights and employers know their responsibilities. MKLG is very proud to have our very own employment law attorney, Janet E. Rhodes. Janet has represented both employees and employers for over 15 years. She is detail-oriented and always works so hard for the people she represents.

Janet represents clients in matters involving wrongful termination, discrimination, wage disputes, and equal pay. She also represents those who have been involved in employment contract disputes, including non-compete agreements. Janet has litigated matters involving the Family Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

She has extensive experience drafting employment agreements, non-compete agreements, independent contractor agreements, and severance agreements. For employers, Janet offers an in-depth employment practices audit, ensuring employers are following the law regarding matters such as statutorily mandated terms of employment and postings. She also drafts handbooks which serve as a first line of defense for employers regarding potential employee disputes.

If you feel like your employer hasn’t treated you right, whether it be pay (overtime, minimum wage, vacation, bonuses/commissions), working conditions, discrimination, wrongful termination, or in any other way, Janet is the one to provide you with answers. Please feel free to contact her directly. Janet’s direct dial is 803-461-2160 and her email address is jrhodes@mklawgroup.com.

We’re here for the people of South Carolina!