We Fight for Justice
Champions of Your Workplace Rights
If you’ve faced discrimination, wrongful termination, or have been denied fair pay, we’re here to stand by your side and ensure your rights are protected.
Success meets recognition
Do you know?
42%
of working adults in the United States have experienced discrimination at work.
10.9M
workers who were separated from their jobs in 2022, 4.4 million were laid off.
2.3M
workers in the United States were paid less than the minimum wage or overtime pay.
What to do when you get..
Discriminated against
- Document the discrimination
- Report the discrimination to your employer but make sure you have evidence of reporting it (e-mail, text message).
- If your employer has not addressed the issue or has retaliated against you -call a lawyer or file a complaint with the EEOC or your local administrative agency.
Terminated
- Stay calm and professional
- Request a severance package
- Review your employment contract
- File for unemployment benefits
- Take care of your mental health
- If you believe your termination was unlawful, call a lawyer
Minimum wage for overtime
- Keep copies of your time records and earning statements
- If possible record evidence or capture evidence (i.e. working late hours, doing different kinds of work, etc.)
- Call a lawyer
Our commitment
Experienced Employment Attorneys
Our team of seasoned employment lawyers specializes in cases of workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes.
Unyielding Dedication
We are relentless in our pursuit of justice, leaving no stone unturned to protect your rights.
Proven Results
Our history of successful cases and satisfied clients speaks to our expertise and unwavering commitment.
Compassionate Advocates
We understand the emotional toll these issues can take. Our compassionate approach ensures you receive the support you deserve.
Employee representation
Discrimination
Our legal team is dedicated to protecting your rights in cases of workplace discrimination. We’ll fight for justice and ensure you’re treated fairly.
Litigation
When disputes arise, we’re your trusted advocates, prepared to take your case to court if necessary to fight for your rights.
Wage & Hour Laws
Don’t let employers shortchange you. You deserve the proper pay for every hour worked. We advocate to get you paid properly in addition to liquidated damages/penalties that result in more money than what you are owed.
Mediation
We seek amicable resolutions whenever possible, striving to find common ground to resolve workplace conflicts efficiently and fairly.
Retaliation
If you’ve faced repercussions for asserting your rights, we’ll stand by you and will try to hold employers accountable for their actions.
Severance Agreements
Negotiating a fair exit is essential. Let us ensure your best interests are protected during this transition.
Family Medical Leave Act
Our law firm can help you assert your rights if you have been denied family medical leave or retaliated against for taking protected leave.
Employer Services And Defense Compliance
Litigation defense
When legal disputes arise, our experienced team is your steadfast shield. We navigate the complex world of litigation to protect your business, ensuring that you’re well-prepared and expertly represented when it matters most.
Prevention services
Proactive measures save your business from legal headaches. Our prevention services are your strategic partner, offering tailored guidance and compliance strategies to safeguard your company, minimize risks, and keep you ahead of potential legal issues.
Wage & hour compliance or defense
Wage and hour complexities can be a minefield for employers. Our dedicated experts specialize in wage and hour matters, ensuring that your company adheres to all regulations. And if you’re facing a dispute, we’re here to fiercely defend your rights and interests to minimize your exposure and protect your business.
What our clients says on Google
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Your fight is our fight.
Take the first step towards securing your workplace rights today.
Questions Clients Bring To Our Law Offices
Through a basic review of the facts and analysis of relevant laws, it will not take long for our intake team to deliver an informed answer to this question. Contact The Spencer Firm, LLC, to discuss your potential overtime or discrimination case with an attorney.
To answer this question, our lawyers will consider the facts of your case in light of relevant federal laws, state laws, and local, and other laws and regulations. Once you provide the details of your case to our intake specialist- we will review the merits of your case. .As soon as you suspect your employer has violated a law by withholding overtime pay or requiring you to work off the clock, talk to a lawyer. The statute of limitations — two years for a federal court case or three years for a Maryland court/D.C. case — can come and go before you know it. Developing a compelling
Clear expectations are very helpful as you embark on an employment law case. Keep in mind that surprises — good or bad — may develop. Nevertheless, an understanding of the events to anticipate can help you prepare to be fully engaged and help your own case.
A review of your employment contract, patterns of termination at your place of employment, industry trends, federal laws and the circumstances leading to your layoff may all help answer these questions. Talk to an experienced lawyer at The Spencer Firm, LLC, to get an idea about what amount of severance pay is appropriate in your case. We can also review the severance agreement for you.
Early legal counsel can help you prepare to file a retaliation claim against your employer if the employer violates relevant laws, such as discrimination, overtime, wage laws, etc.
Employment laws apply to you even if you do not have proper legal status. However, every case is unique. The wage and hour laws provide protection for those that have experienced wage theft and want to pursue their rights to get paid what they are owed. For confidential analysis, contact The Spencer Firm, LLC. Attorney Deyka Williams Spencer is a native of Panama (Central America), raised in Maryland and is fully bilingual. Our team is composed of natives from El Salvador as well who speak Spanish fluently.
Our law firm has represented many clients that are not documented and were not paid properly. We are confident that we can give you reliable advice and direction in your employment law case, particularly in overtime and wage violations.
This is a fair question, and we can best answer it after learning about the particulars of your case. Unpaid wage case results vary and depend on the employer’s speed to respond and their finances. We have had cases settle as fast as a week and others take as long as 2 years in court. The average case settles in roughly 2-3 months. We cannot guarantee that you will get reimbursed but most of our clients do get reimbursed and are able to request double or three times the amount owed.
If you have a discrimination case, you need to file your claim quickly with the appropriate agency because they have deadlines (statue of limitations) and if you miss your deadline, you may have lost your ability to fight for your rights. You can file on your own or we can file the complaint for you through the appropriate agency. We also represent clients through the agency process and attend their mediations.
For the best results, do not delay. Call 301-637-2866 or send an email message to schedule a consultation. The Spencer Firm, LLC, is here to answer your questions about employment law and the associated legal processes. If you want to talk directly to one of our attorneys, you can schedule a paid consultation either on this site or by calling our office. If you want a free case evaluation, our intake staff (non-attorneys) will take the information and will follow-up with you to help.