Counterclaims or Separate Lawsuits against Plaintiff Employees

Summary

This practice note provides guidance to employers on bringing counterclaims or separate lawsuits against plaintiff employees who have initiated claims against the employer. Employers and their attorneys are usually well versed in the types of claims that employees can bring against their employers. However, the employee might not be the only one with a potential claim after an employment relationship sours—the employer may also have various contract, tort, or statutory claims against its employee.