The Erlich Law Office

The Erlich Law Office Your Employment, Business, and Litigation Counsel We provide a full service approach to employment law. We both bring and defend civil actions.

The Erlich Law Office's employment, wage, and litigation attorneys offer solutions-oriented, aggressive representation. We are committed to providing high quality representation with a focus on client satisfaction and efficient, dependable results in all of our practice areas. Our employment practice includes wage claims, discrimination and harassment investigations, severance package reviews, and

the negotiation of compensation packages. Our civil litigation practice includes contract, consumer, and other litigation based upon the needs of our clients. The Erlich Law Office also seeks to help individuals collect the wages they have earned through their labor. Our firm pursues cases under the Fair Labor Standards Act and state wage laws to ensure that our clients receive the overtime compensation and minimum wages that the law guarantees. Please contact us if you believe that your employer or former employer might owe you unpaid overtime or minimum wages. The firm's practice is geographically diverse. The firm's state litigation practice is focused in Virginia, the District of Columbia, and Maryland, primarily serving Virginia in Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria, Prince William County, and Loudon County, Maryland in Bethesda and Silver Spring, and the District of Columbia. Whether you need a lawyer to evaluate your pension benefits, evaluate your wage claim, or file a lawsuit, The Erlich Law Office can help you.

Are you improperly classified as exempt from overtime? Simply receiving a salary or having a managerial title doesn't au...
08/31/2026

Are you improperly classified as exempt from overtime? Simply receiving a salary or having a managerial title doesn't automatically forfeit your overtime pay rights. Learn how federal salary thresholds and duties tests protect workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes a federal minimum wage for most private and public sector employees and generally requires overtime compensation at a rate of one and one-half times an employee's regular hourly rate for hours worked beyond a 40-hour workweek. While broadly providing t...

The U.S. Department of Labor recently clarified when hybrid and remote workers must be paid for commute travel. If you t...
08/28/2026

The U.S. Department of Labor recently clarified when hybrid and remote workers must be paid for commute travel. If you take calls on the road or travel mid-day for work, ensure you are being compensated fairly under the FLSA.

https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/whd/whd20260722

Assuming that changes to federal reporting requirements mean you can stop tracking employee data can lead to major compl...
08/24/2026

Assuming that changes to federal reporting requirements mean you can stop tracking employee data can lead to major compliance mistakes. Many state and local regulations still enforce their own strict reporting standards and anti-discrimination laws. Ignoring state-level mandates or mishandling sensitive employee records can expose a business to unexpected fines and legal claims.

https://www.axios.com/2026/07/22/eeoc-race-reporting-data?

Employers cannot legally fire workers for reporting unlawful practices or taking protected leave. Understanding federal ...
08/21/2026

Employers cannot legally fire workers for reporting unlawful practices or taking protected leave. Understanding federal whistleblower protections and administrative complaint options can help you stand up for your rights.

Wrongful termination happens when your employer fires you for an illegal reason. Learn what qualifies as wrongful discharge and the actions you can take.

Do you know what qualifies as unlawful workplace discrimination under federal law? Title VII protects employees from adv...
08/17/2026

Do you know what qualifies as unlawful workplace discrimination under federal law? Title VII protects employees from adverse job actions based on protected traits. Learn more about your rights on the job and how to document unfair treatment.

The purpose of this Know Your Rights Guide is to help you understand your rights and options if you have experienced gender discrimination at work. This guide is not official legal advice. Laws frequently change and can be interpreted in different ways, so we cannot guarantee that all of the informa...

Federal law protects workers who are 40 and older from unfair treatment on the job. These protections cover hiring decis...
08/14/2026

Federal law protects workers who are 40 and older from unfair treatment on the job. These protections cover hiring decisions, job assignments, promotions, and layoffs. Knowing how these laws work helps you recognize when your workplace rights are being violated.

https://www.aarp.org/work/age-discrimination/how-to-fight-back.html?

You have options if you believe you have suffered from age discrimination. Here are some steps from legal specialists that you can take.

Before filing a federal employment discrimination lawsuit, individuals must first file an EEOC charge and obtain a Notic...
08/03/2026

Before filing a federal employment discrimination lawsuit, individuals must first file an EEOC charge and obtain a Notice of Right to Sue, which triggers a strict 90-day deadline to bring the case to court. Partnering with an experienced employment attorney ensures you navigate pre-lawsuit requirements smoothly and file your claim well within statutory timeframes.

Filing a Lawsuit

When a job ends, both employers and workers have specific legal rights and obligations. Knowing what to expect regarding...
07/31/2026

When a job ends, both employers and workers have specific legal rights and obligations. Knowing what to expect regarding final paychecks, severance packages, and company policies helps ensure fair treatment for everyone involved. Clear knowledge of these standards gives you confidence during any workplace transition.

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/t/termination-employment.asp?

Address

1550 Wilson Boulevard Ste 700
Arlington, VA
22209

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+17037919087

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