Katie B. Blakey provides counsel to employers, executives, and management in the field of employment law and provides guidance on matters ranging from ADA and FMLA Management and Accommodation, the Equal Pay Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act litigation to complex wage and hour class actions and wrongful termination matters. She handles all aspects of employee compensation, including:
- Minimum wage
- Overtime
- Independent contractor issues
- Internships
- Employee incentive plans and policies
- Employment agreements
- Other wage and hour matters
She also advises clients in discrimination issues related to avoiding and minimizing exposure to wrongful termination and discrimination claims and other various employment topics involving:
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Non-compete issues
- Leaves of absence
- Accommodation
- Harassment and discrimination
- Performance issues
Additionally, Katie regularly assists clients in developing, revising, and updating employee handbooks, restrictive covenants, and other employment related policies.