St. Louis Small Business Lawsuit Defense Attorney

With more than 33 million small businesses in the United States employing roughly 61.7 million Americans, small businesses are undoubtedly the heart of this country. Sadly, too many small business owners lack the resources to keep their company afloat when faced with a lawsuit, forcing them to close their doors.

If you are looking for zealous and competent representation in your St. Louis small business lawsuit defense case, look no further than the Law Office of Gordon K. Rea. With nearly two decades of experience as a practicing attorney in the St. Louis area, Attorney Gordon K. Rea has helped countless entrepreneurs successfully resolve their business disputes.

Types of Matters We Handle

Common small business issues can include, but are not limited to, any of the following:

• Contract disputes
• Ownership disputes
• Payment of wages
• Slip and fall accidents
• OSHA violations and penalties
• Defective products
• Negligence in providing services

Missouri Wage Payment and Collection Act

It is crucial for employers to be familiar with Missouri employment law. This makes you aware of your responsibilities to employees and protects you if an employee attempts to take legal action.

The Missouri Wage Payment and Collection Act provides the following framework regarding employee wages:

• Employers are required to pay employees bi-weekly. Exceptions include executive, administrative, and professional employees, government employees, and commissioned-based employees.
• Employees who work under a labor placement program may request that wages be paid weekly or bi-weekly.
• Employees who are paid on a weekly basis must receive payment no later than seven days following the end of the pay period, and bi-weekly employees no later than thirteen days following the end of the pay period. Executive, administrative, and professional employees must be paid within three weeks following the end of the pay period.
• Employees who are laid off or on strike must be paid all wages earned up to the time of their departure or up to the time of going on strike.
• An employee’s final wages must be paid in a certain time frame, with employees being paid at their full hourly rate of compensation for unused vacation time unless negotiated otherwise.
• Requires an employer-mandated contribution to an employee benefit, trust, or fund.
• Limits allowable deductions out of an employee’s paycheck.
• Upon hiring, employees must be informed of the rate of pay, when they are paid, and the mode of payment.
• An employee has one year from when wages are due to file a complaint with the Missouri Department of Labor regarding a violation of the Act.
• An employee is allowed to file a claim with the Department of Labor or file a civil suit regarding underpayment and damages equaling two percent of the underpayment of wages per month. Additionally, an employee may be entitled to reimbursement for court fees and reasonable attorney’s fees.

A Personal Mission to See Your Small Business Succeed

You have likely sacrificed your time and invested your hard-earned money to give your business the best chance of thriving. We understand that your success did not come all at once but took time to nourish.

When you hire the Law Office of Gordon K. Rea, you are ensuring that your hard work is not for nothing. Attorney Gordon K. Rea will take the time to sit down with you, understand the facts of your case, and devise a plan that meets your goals. This tailored approach is what allows our defense attorney to stand out from the rest.

Call Our St. Louis Small Business Lawsuit Defense Attorney Now

To learn how our St. Louis small business lawsuit defense attorney can assist you, do not hesitate to contact our office. We can be reached by calling 314-396-7177 or by contacting us on our homepage. Complimentary consultations are scheduled at your convenience.