Workplace harassment is against the law and is a form of employment discrimination. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) defines harassment as unwelcome conduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic...
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Understanding protected classes in a wrongful termination case
Oregon workers might not realize that they are accorded certain rights if they are categorized in what is called a protected class. State and federal laws are in place to shield people who might be vulnerable to discrimination and other forms of mistreatment on the...
What is wrongful termination?
Wrongful termination protections are important for workers who have suffered the loss of their job that violates the law. Wrongful termination refers to when an employee is terminated in a manner that is illegal. Reasons an employee may be considered wrongfully...
Damages that can be sought for wrongful termination
Losing your job because of your race, religion, or ethnicity is a degrading humiliating experience. Thankfully, wrongful termination is a crime in Oregon, and those who are fired for illegitimate reasons may sue their employer in a court of law. If the suit is...
Continuing violation doctrine and hostile work environment
Employees in Oregon and elsewhere expect the workplace to be an environment they are comfortable and safe in. Unfortunately, hostile work environments can occur, resulting in employees filing harassment or discrimination claims. In some cases, these can be difficult...
What constitutes wrongful termination?
Oregon is an “at-will” employment state which means an employer can fire their employee for any reason, or no reason at all. Even if it seems like the employer is making an unfair or unethical action, they cannot be held accountable unless the termination is for an...
What is a wrongful termination?
Wrongful terminations happen when individuals are fired from their jobs in violation of the law. In Lake Oswego and throughout the state, wrongful terminations happen and victims are often left unsure of what rights the have to fight back. One of the first steps that...
How to prepare for your wrongful termination case
Discrimination is rampant in Oregon workplaces. If you feel like you’ve been subjected to discrimination, then you’re probably feeling the very real effects of it. Not only can it be humiliating and degrading, but it can also cause significant harm to your career and...
What constitutes wrongful termination in Oregon?
If you were recently fired for reasons you feel are unfair, you may wonder what your rights are. Depending on the situation, you may be able to file a wrongful termination claim. The following is a brief overview of what constitutes wrongful termination. What is...
When is being fired considered wrongful termination?
People in Oregon change jobs from time to time. There are many reasons why people do this as well. It could be because they found a better position at another company, they moved and could not commute any longer, they were laid off or fired and many other reasons as...

