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McAlester Workers Have Rights

Discrimination. Harassment. Wrongful termination. Whether you work at the Ammunition Plant, regional hospital, or local business, you have protections.

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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.

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McAlester Employment Law

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

Frequently Asked Questions

If you're looking for an employment attorney near you in McAlester or Pittsburg 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.
Yes. 'At-will' doesn't mean your employer can fire you for an illegal reason, such as discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, or taking protected medical leave (FMLA).
Yes. Federal contractors often have additional protections. However, you may also face unique procedural hurdles. We have experience handling claims involving government contractors.
For most federal claims (Title VII, ADA), you must file a charge with the EEOC within 300 days of the discriminatory act. Do not wait.
Generally yes, unless you were fired for 'misconduct.' We can help you navigate unemployment benefit appeals if your employer wrongly contests your claim.

Your Employer Has Lawyers. You Should Too.

Contact us today for a confidential evaluation of your employment claim.

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