Employment Lawyer Daytona Beach, FL
Support When Your Livelihood Is at Stake
- Kelly Chanfrau is a board-certified employment law attorney
- Vigorous representation for employees and employers
- More than $1 billion recovered since 1976
- Offices in Daytona Beach, DeLand, and Palm Coast
"I was ecstatic with the outcome that settled for six figures." — 5-Star Review
dedicated to helping people harmed by others
Time Is Limited
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You have 180 days to file most discrimination claims, and 60 days to file a whistleblower claim, but these statutes of limitation can differ depending on certain factors. An attorney can determine how much time you have.
If you are considering taking action related to your employment, now is the time to reach out to Chanfrau & Chanfrau. You have limited time to act, and the best way to avoid missing an important deadline is to review your case with an attorney now.
Meanwhile, if you are an employer facing legal action or expecting legal action from an employee, you can benefit from consulting an attorney as soon as possible. Our lawyers can immediately begin examining your case to help protect your rights and determine the best way forward.
Our Employment Lawyers
Represent Plaintiffs and Defendants
Our employment attorneys at the Chanfrau & Chanfrau law firm are capable of representing both employers and employees in employment law cases. Our understanding of both sides of these cases gives us the ability to understand the tactics opposing parties will use, and how to fight them. Victims of workplace abuses and targets of false allegations both deserve vigorous employment law representation. Request your consultation to receive it from us. Call (386) 258-7313 or send our lawyers a message.
We Take the Tough Cases
"Kelly represented me for a gender discrimination case. She listened to the facts about my case and agreed to take it after i was turned away from a high profile law firm. I was ecstatic with the outcome of my case that settled for six figures. What a great team they are. Not only did i choose a phenomenal attorney i gained a friend and someone i know who will have my back if i ever need them again."
— Lisa, 5-Star Review
Why Clients Choose
Our Lawyers
Commitment to the
Best Possible Outcome
Our law firm is large enough to have significant resources, networks of experts, relationships with investigators, and strong support staff. That being said, we make a conscious commitment to not become too big that we lose the ability to personally know and advocate for our clients. The size of our firm allows us to avoid the significant overhead costs that cause some firms to pressure plaintiffs to accept low settlements—or offer settlements when a trial could prove a defendant's innocence.
Our Team of
Acclaimed Attorneys
Each of our three partner attorneys has earned the highest possible rating of AV from the attorney evaluator Martindale-Hubbell. To receive an AV rating, lawyers must demonstrate the highest levels of professional excellence, skill, and integrity. Our Daytona Beach law office, DeLand law office, and Palm Coast law office have collected over a billion in verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients. We are especially capable of handling employment law cases thanks to Kelly Chanfrau’s board certification in labor and employment law.
Honest Representation In Employment Law
At Chanfrau & Chanfrau in Daytona Beach, we pride ourselves on providing 5-star representation in employment law. Kelly Chanfrau, our board-certified labor law attorney, has been designated as one of the top 500 employment lawyers in the country. If you are facing a matter of workplace sexual harassment, wage discrimination, or an FMLA violation, our employment rights lawyer can help you make sense of the situation and reach a favorable outcome.
Board Certification in Labor and Employment Law
Kelly met numerous high standards to receive her board certification status. She had to demonstrate significant involvement in labor and employment law for a full five years before applying for certification;
- Complete 60 hours of continuing education in labor law and employment law
- Undergo peer reviews
- Pass a written examination.
Trust your case to an attorney who did the work to become uniquely capable of helping clients navigate employment law cases. Write to us or call:
What Is the Florida Commission
on Human Relations?
The Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) is a state agency that was created by the Florida Human Rights Act of 1969 to enforce the state’s anti-discrimination laws. Its authority was further expanded by the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992. In 1999, the FCHR Whistle-blower's Act protected state employees against retaliation and gave them the means to file a complaint if they've been retaliated against. Our employment lawyers can file with the FCHR or respond to claims on behalf of employers.
Talk to Our Employment Attorneys
Chanfrau & Chanfrau has helped protect the rights of both employees and employers since 1976. Our employment attorneys understand the intricacies of workplace labor laws, as well as federal and state discrimination protections. We pride ourselves on using this knowledge to fight for just outcomes in employment cases.
Just 5% of Florida bar members can claim board certification of any kind. Kelly Chanfrau’s board certification in labor and employment law proves that our dedication to workplace rights goes above and beyond the norm. Not only is Kelly board certified and AV rated, she is also admitted to practice before the US Supreme Court. Reach out to our employment attorneys over the phone or by sending us a message to begin receiving the help you deserve.
(386) 258-7313
I am an employer facing a discrimination suit.
Do I have any hope of a successful defense?Litigation offers no guarantees, but the right legal representation makes a difference. If your actions were lawful, board-certified labor law attorney Kelly Chanfrau can present a clear, fact-based case to a judge or jury.
Our Attorneys Fight to Protect Workers' Rights
Under Federal & State Law
Both federal and state labor laws exist to protect workers from discrimination. Employers are prohibited from denying employment, denying equal wages, harassing, treating adversely, or terminating an employee based on certain factors. Florida state law protects employees from workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, or marital status. Employees have a right to complain about discrimination, and if it continues or accelerates, an employment law case can be filed.
Legal Protection in Action A 2020 Six-Figure Victory
In September 2020, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) settled a race discrimination lawsuit against the city of Venice, Florida. The lawsuit alleged that a Black city employee was subjected to repeated, unwarranted disciplinary action based on his race. The employee had served two unpaid suspensions, endured racial slurs, and was eventually fired. The DOJ's attorney's complaint stated that the Black employee faced significantly harsher punishments than his comparable white coworkers.
The lawsuit argued that the city had violated the federal statute Title VII, which prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. The terms of the settlement dictated that the city would pay the employee $195,000 in lost wages and compensatory damages. Our employment attorneys can fight for the financial compensation you deserve if you have suffered unjust employer actions.
Protected Classes In the Workplace
Federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against workers on the basis of religion. These religions include traditional beliefs like Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam, as well as nontraditional beliefs. Your employer cannot treat you differently based on your religious beliefs, cannot force you to perform acts that are a violation of your beliefs, and must make reasonable accommodations based on your religion, such as allowing you to pray and not forcing you to work on the Sabbath.
Age discrimination includes harassment in the form of unwelcome or offensive conduct based on a person's age if they're 40 years old or older. Age harassment can present in the form of jokes, comments, drawings, gestures, and more. Federal law does not, however, prohibit an employer from asking for an applicant's age or date of birth.
Marital status discrimination is discrimination based on whether a person is married or single, or whether they have children. An example of this is if, as a woman who just got married, your employer passes you over for a promotion because they think you'll be more focused on starting a family than your career.
“You are in good hands.”
"I have never had to use a lawyer before in my life, so I was skeptical to step into this arena. But Chanfrau & Chanfrau were incredibly kind and pleasant to work with. They were helpful, supportive, and made next steps easy to navigate. I was fearful of self-serving processes and money-hungry lawyers and paralegals, but I did not find this at all. You are in good hands with Chanfrau & Chanfrau."
— Rick, 5-Star Review
Other Key Areas of Employment Law
Employment Contracts
Our certified employment law attorney can help employers and employees with contract disputes, or prevent contract disagreements altogether. Chanfrau & Chanfrau can assist in the drafting, negotiating, review, and analysis of all employment-related contracts.
In addition to employment contracts, we can help with non-compete agreements, non-disclosure agreements, independent contractor agreements, and more. Our employment lawyers can help ensure employees understand the complex legalese often included in contracts, and that employers' contracts and agreements are robust and enforceable.
Family Medical Leave Act
We represent individuals who have suffered both interference and retaliation with regard to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The FMLA provides every employee who works for an employer with 50 or more employees within a 75-mile radius with family medical leave if they become pregnant, or if they or an immediate family member suffer from a serious health condition. Additionally, the employee should be able to return to their former - or an equivalent - position without losing benefits, pay, or status. We can pursue compensation lost by FMLA denial.
Overtime & Wage Dispute
Wage and hour disputes can pertain to various areas of labor law, including unpaid salary, paychecks, or commissions, overtime or vacation pay, minimum wage, or any unauthorized deduction of an employee's wages. Wage and hour employment standards are governed by state and federal laws. Failure to meet these standards not only creates financial stress for an employee but can also endanger the livelihood of their dependents. Our employment attorneys can protect your rights and help you receive the compensation you deserve.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment can take many forms, including unwanted physical contact, sharing of offensive material, threats, or special treatment for sexual favors. Employees who report sexual harassment should not suffer retaliation, and have a legal right to fight against wrongful termination following a sexual harassment complaint. Our law firm can help you prove that the sexual actions you endured were unwelcome and damaging to your life and career. We can also defend employers who are wrongfully accused of creating a hostile work environment.
“This is a law firm you can trust.”
"Recently I settled my second case with Chanfrau & Chanfrau. This is a law firm you can trust, they are honest and always available when you need to just talk..Thank you again…"
— Patty, 5-Star Review
FAQs for an Employment Lawyer In Daytona Beach, FL
When it comes to legal advice, the only sure way to get the answers you need is by consulting an attorney. However, we have provided answers to a few frequently asked questions to help you better understand your situation and your options:
I am experiencing discrimination, and I don't believe my human resources department will help me. Should I just go ahead and file a lawsuit without speaking to HR?
You may be correct in assuming that your HR department will not help. However, by discussing the matter with them first, it can add credibility to your case if a lawsuit becomes your only choice. Doing so will demonstrate that you were willing to give your employer a chance to correct the situation, but were ultimately left with no option but to file suit.
My employer was always rude to me. I was fired, and they gave no reason. Was I wrongfully terminated?
It's not illegal for an employer to treat employees impolitely, and because Florida is an at-will state, they often have the right to fire employees at any time for an unspecified reason. However, if you believe that you were terminated because of your race, religion, or another protected class, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. A lawyer can help determine if you have grounds for legal action.
I suffered an isolated incident of sexual harassment at work. Can I file a lawsuit?
If the behavior is severe, it doesn't have to be ongoing to be considered sexual harassment. For example, if an employer asks you for a sexual favor in return for a promotion, you may have a strong case for legal action. However, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says that “simple teasing, offhand comments, or isolated incidents that are not very serious” are not considered sexual harassment. If any repeated behavior is making you uncomfortable, don't hesitate to speak to your HR department. If the situation does not improve, our attorneys can help determine if you have grounds for legal action.
I am an employer facing a discrimination suit. Do I have any hope of a successful defense?
There are no guarantees when it comes to litigation involving employment or any other matter. But if the facts demonstrate that your actions were not unlawful, the right attorney can make your position understood by a judge and jury. Kelly Chanfrau is a board-certified labor law attorney who can present a compelling and fact-based case on your behalf to achieve the best possible outcome. Don't make any assumptions about your case until you consult our employment lawyers.
Clients In Need Recommend Chanfrau & Chanfrau
"Words cannot describe how thankful I am for this firm. They worked quickly and efficiently when no one else would AND helped me correct issues that arose after all checks had been signed. I recommend them over and over."
— Laticia, 5-Star Review
