Employment Law Practice Areas

At Walcheske & Luzi, LLC we’ve built a reputation for excellence in all areas of employment law and will do our absolute best to achieve the best possible outcome for you.

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Wage & Hour

Our attorneys are knowledgeable about all legal issues regarding wages (salary v. hourly pay), overtime pay, breaks, bonuses, travel time, commissions, hours of work, “on call” work, compensation, and benefits under federal and state law.

Wage & Hour

Employee Benefits

In the United States, employees, former employees, and beneficiaries, are protected from denial of employer-provided disability, medical, retirement and other benefit claims by ERISA under federal law in the private sector, and under state law for public or other types of ERISA-exempted benefit plans.

Employee Benefits

Workplace Discrimination & Harassment

Wisconsin employees are protected from harassment in the workplace by both Wisconsin state law, Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA), and federal laws, such as Title VII and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Discrimination and Harassment

Workplace Retaliation

It is illegal for an employer to terminate, discipline, demote, or harass an employee because an employee complained or participated in an investigation about discrimination, harassment, or illegal practices.

Workplace Retaliation

Workers' Compensation

Wisconsin’s Workers’ Compensation laws cover accidents and disease-causing injuries that arise out of an employee’s employment.

Workers’ Compensation

Employment Contracts

We will closely review any employment contract or agreement, provide a full assessment and explanation of its provisions, and openly and honestly discuss the options and determine whether revisions are needed.

Employment Contracts

Walcheske & Luzi is the premier employment law firm.

Walcheske & Luzi, LLC vigorously litigates class actions, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour, ERISA, retaliation, disability, benefits, FLSA, and FMLA cases (among others), while also providing consultative advice to ensure that proper and effective policies and preventative measures are in place – not only to avoid liability, future litigation, and to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, but also to guarantee that all employees are treated fairly at work. Our legal skills, experience, practicality, and thoroughness allow us to provide the best possible advice and representation for our clients. 

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Knowledgeable in the law. Aggressive in our approach. Success proven by results.

At Walcheske & Luzi, Your Work is Our Work. Let’s work together to create practical, cost-effective solutions to your workplace issues. Representing clients in all aspects of the employment relationship, our attorneys have been recognized and commended by clients and colleagues alike for their past accomplishments, straightforward advice, practical approach, and zealous advocacy.

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ABCs of Employment Law: Arrest Record Discrimination

May 22, 2023

In today’s business landscape, employers cannot refuse employment for discriminatory reasons. This includes discriminating against individuals with arrest records. How does having an arrest record affect your rights to fair employment opportunities? How can you be legally protected if you are discriminated against based on misdemeanors or arrests? The attorneys at Walcheske & Luzi are

ABCs of Employment Law: Employee Benefits

April 26, 2023

Did you know that employee benefits make up to 40% of an employee’s total compensation in some situations? That’s a large chunk of your salary, and Walcheske & Luzi is committed to protecting what you are rightfully owed by your employer. This month, we break down what employee benefits are and what to do if

ABCs of Employment Law: Reasonable Accommodations

April 4, 2023

Reasonable accommodations are an important part of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Simply put, they refer to necessary modifications and adjustments that are made by an employer to allow employees with a disability to perform the essential functions of their job. However, there is much more to reasonable accommodations than meets the eye, and

ABCs of Employment Law: Americans with Disabilities Act

February 16, 2023

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) plays a very important role in preventing discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life. This includes jobs, schools, transportation, and all other places open to the general public. Our attorneys are here with information about the ins and outs of the Americans with Disabilities Act,

ABCs of Employment Law: At-Will Employment Doctrine

January 6, 2023

According to Betterteam, 74% of U.S. workers are considered at-will employees. It doesn’t matter whether you’re an employer or a worker, understanding the ins and outs of at-will employment, including key exceptions, is crucial to understanding your employment rights. We’re here to run you through the basics of the at-will employment doctrine to help inform