Employment & Labor Rights in Elk City
The oil patch is tough, but it shouldn't be illegal. We stand up for workers who are wrongfully terminated, underpaid, or mistreated.
We Fight for the Working Man and Woman
When big corporations in Western Oklahoma break the law, we hold them accountable.
Oil Field Retaliation
Firing workers who get hurt or report safety issues is a common, illegal tactic to keep insurance premiums down. We fight it.
Drug Testing Issues
Navigating the complex laws between safety-sensitive positions and medical marijuana patient rights.
Wage Theft
Ensuring you are paid for every hour you work, including travel time, safety meetings, and equipment prep.
You Don't Have to Take It
Fear of blackballing keeps many quiet. But silence only helps the bad guys.
Wrongful Termination
It is illegal to fire someone for their race, gender, age, disability, or for filing a workers' comp claim.
Discrimination
Treating employees differently based on who they are rather than how they work is a violation of federal law.
Hostile Work Environment
When sexual harassment or racial slurs are so pervasive that they make doing your job impossible.
Employment Issues We Handle
We represent employees in state and federal courts.
Oil & Gas Disputes
Specific industry issues like standby time, per diem fraud, and safety retaliation.
Whistleblower Protection
Defending those who report illegal activity or fraud.
Contract Negotiation
Reviewing severance packages and non-compete agreements.
FMLA Violations
Fighting for your right to take medical leave without losing your job.
Legal Remedies Available
Financial Compensation
- Lost wages (back pay)
- Likely future wages (front pay)
- Emotional distress
- Punitive damages
Job Restoration
- Reinstatement to your position
- Removal of negative file info
- Neutral references
- Policy changes
Relevant Insight: Workplace Retaliation in Oklahoma
Know your rights if your employer retaliates against you for protected activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you're looking for an employment attorney near you in Elk City or Beckham County, choose a firm that handles discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination cases. Addison Law Firm represents employees throughout Oklahoma in EEOC proceedings and federal court.
No. Retaliation for reporting safety hazards (OSHA) or filing a workers' comp claim is illegal. If the company fired you to 'teach a lesson,' we can sue for significant damages.
It depends, but Oklahoma has strong protections for medical marijuana cardholders. Unless your job is 'safety-sensitive' as defined by law, they cannot fire you solely for testing positive for THC.
Oil field exemptions are complex, but many employers abuse them. If you are misclassified or simply not paid for all hours worked, you may be entitled to back pay and double damages.
Yes. Sexual harassment and racial discrimination create a hostile work environment. If management knew and did nothing, they are liable.
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