McAlester Workers Have Rights
Discrimination. Harassment. Wrongful termination. Whether you work at the Ammunition Plant, regional hospital, or local business, you have protections.
You Don't Have to Tolerate Abuse
Federal and Oklahoma state law protect you from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in the workplace.
Federal Protections
Title VII (race, sex, religion), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), and FMLA (medical leave) cover many McAlester employers.
Retaliation Prohibited
It is illegal for your employer to fire or punish you for complaining about discrimination or filing a workers' comp claim.
Unpaid Wages
You are entitled to be paid for all hours worked, including overtime. We fight for unpaid wages under the FLSA.
Major Employers in Pittsburg County
We investigate claims against all types of employers, large and small.
Industrial & Defense
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant and related defense contractors are major employers.
Healthcare
McAlester Regional Health Center and other medical providers employ hundreds of local workers.
Service & Retail
Workers in retail, food service, and hospitality also have rights against harassment and wage theft.
Employment Cases We Handle
We represent workers who have been mistreated by their employers.
Workplace Discrimination
Being treated differently based on race, sex, age, religion, or disability.
Sexual Harassment
Unwelcome sexual advances or a hostile work environment.
Wrongful Termination
Firing in violation of anti-discrimination or anti-retaliation laws.
FMLA Violations
Denial of medical leave or retaliation for taking leave.
What You May Recover
Economic Damages
- Back pay (wages lost)
- Front pay (future wages)
- Lost benefits (health insurance, 401k)
- Job search expenses
Additional Remedies
- Compensatory damages (emotional distress)
- Punitive damages (for malicious acts)
- Reinstatement to your job
- Attorney fees and costs
Relevant Insight: Workplace Retaliation in Oklahoma
Know your rights if your employer retaliates against you for protected activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your Employer Has Lawyers. You Should Too.
Contact us today for a confidential evaluation of your employment claim.
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