We help contractors avoid and resolve employment disputes and government compliance issues.

We help contractors avoid and resolve employment disputes and government compliance issues.

Employment Law and Employer Advocacy

Mickell Summerhays

Construction litigation and employment attorney Mickell Summerhays helps businesses avoid and manage employment law issues.


Contractors and other employers appreciate Mickell's pro-employer attitude in defending wage-and-hour disputes, drafting independent contractor and employee agreements (including nondisclosure and noncompete covenants), and resolving a wide variety of employment-related disputes.

Mickell advises and represents employers in:

  • Employee handbooks
  • Independent contractor agreements
  • Employment agreements
  • Nondisclosure and noncompete agreements
  • Compliance with Arizona wage laws
  • Jobsite safety issues

Employment Law Articles

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ADOSH inspection program focuses on heat-related illness, injury

By Andrew Wenker • July 25, 2023
On July 17, 2023, the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) announced the launch of a state emphasis program focused on “high heat” industries such as construction and agriculture.
Andrew Wenker

Higher OSHA penalties raise the stakes for worker health

By Andrew Wenker • January 27, 2021
Not many people like to be told what to do – especially by the federal government – but complying with tighter OSHA standards and keeping your workforce intact are good for business.
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Hiring by the book: four essential steps for contractors

By Lang Thal King & Hanson • March 30, 2018
Observing a few basic procedures when hiring a new worker can help construction employers avoid run-ins with federal and state authorities.
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