Your job is more than a paycheck. It is how you support your family, build your career, and plan for the future. When workplace issues threaten any of that, our employment law attorneys in State College can step in to protect your rights and fight for the outcome you deserve.

Why Choose Our Employment Law Attorneys?

Mette Law has spent over five decades providing clients with dedicated legal representation that delivers proven results. Our attorneys take the time to understand the specifics of your professional and personal situation, crafting a tailored strategy that addresses your needs and positions you for the strongest possible outcome.

Wrongful Termination and Discrimination Defense

Losing your job under unfair or illegal circumstances can leave you feeling powerless. However, the law provides real remedies for wrongful termination and workplace discrimination. Our lawyers represent employees and employers in cases involving a wide range of protected categories:

• Race, color, and national origin discrimination
• Gender and pregnancy-based discrimination
• Age discrimination under state and federal law
• Disability discrimination and failure to accommodate
• Retaliation for reporting illegal activity or filing complaints
• Sexual harassment and hostile work environment claims

Contract Negotiation and Review

Whether you are signing a new employment agreement, negotiating a severance package, or reviewing a non-compete clause, the language in your contract has lasting consequences. Our legal team examines every provision to make sure your interests are protected and that you fully understand what you agree to before you sign.

Wage and Hour Claims

If your employer has shorted your paycheck, denied overtime, or misclassified your position to avoid paying what you are owed, you have the right to act. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. § 201){:target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”} and Pennsylvania wage laws, employees are entitled to fair compensation for every hour worked:

• Unpaid overtime and minimum wage violations
• Misclassification as an independent contractor
• Denial of earned commissions or bonuses
• Illegal deductions from paychecks
• Failure to pay for off-the-clock work

Employer Compliance and Defense

Businesses face their own set of employment law challenges, and a single compliance misstep can result in costly litigation or government penalties. Mette Law advises employers on developing lawful workplace policies, conducting proper termination procedures, and defending against employee claims when disputes arise.

Workplace Safety and Benefits

Every worker deserves a safe environment and access to the benefits they have earned. When employers cut corners on safety or deny rightful benefits, we hold them accountable and pursue the compensation you are owed:

• Workers’ compensation claims and appeals
• OSHA violation complaints and protections
• Denial of health insurance or retirement benefits
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) disputes
• Whistleblower protections for reporting unsafe conditions

Speak to an Employment Law Attorney in State College Now

Workplace disputes do not resolve themselves, and waiting only gives the other side more time to build their defense. Mette Law has a history of proven results standing up for workers and advising businesses throughout Pennsylvania.

Call us today at 717-232-5000 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with an employment law lawyer in State College who will listen to your situation, build a strategy around your goals, and fight to protect everything you have worked for.