Morgantown Employment Lawyer
At the Law Offices of Kelly R. Reed, we have significant experience in employment matters, and have represented many employees in claims against their employers in state and federal court. Employers are legally required to treat employees in a non-discriminatory way in matters related to hiring, firing, promotion, and in the general work environment. Employees suspecting illegal behavior on the part of the employer should contact an experienced employment law attorney. Call the Law Offices of Kelly R. Reed. We represent employees in claims involving employer violation of state or federal employment law.
Discrimination in Employment
We help employees file claims alleging workplace discrimination of all kinds, including actions based on:
- age discrimination
- sex discrimination
- racial discrimination
- national origin
- ethnicity
- disability
- veteran status
- pregnancy discrimination
Retaliation
It is illegal for employers to retaliate against employees who have filed legal claims or complaints against them. Our employment law attorneys have represented individuals who have experienced retaliation as a result of filing sexual harassment charges, discrimination claims, and workers’ compensation claims. If an employee reports an employer for non-employment matters, such as environmental violations, false advertising, or fraudulent sales practices, and is subsequently fired, the employee may have a whistleblower, or qui tam, claim and be eligible for damages.
Deliberate Intent
West Virginia employers who deliberately ignore dangerous and hazardous working environments, and continue to keep employees working in such conditions, may be liable for damages and you may be eligible for compensation if serious workplace injuries result from those conditions. Such cases are complex, and require research and preparation beyond the scope of workers’ compensation claims. Our attorneys at the Law Offices of Kelly R. Reed, have significant experience handling this type of case, sometimes known as mandolitis or deliberate intent cases.
Other Employment Matters
In addition to matters related to discrimination, retaliation, and deliberate intent, we assist clients with all other employment claims such as those arising from:
- violations of wage and hour regulations and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) such as failure to pay overtime
- violations of the Family Leave and Medical Act (FMLA)
- administrative grievances for public employees in West Virginia
- employment contract disputes
- labor law violations
- violations of the Wage Payment Collection Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) violations, such as failure to make reasonable accommodation
Our attorneys have represented groups of employees in high-profile, multi-party lawsuits. Whether the case is large or small, we use the same approach: we treat clients with respect; we prepare each case thoroughly; and we work hard to provide our employment law clients with a positive outcome. Contact a knowledgeable and hardworking employment lawyer at the Law Offices of Kelly R. Reed. Call 304-292-2020.
