Charleston Employment Litigation Attorneys
Federal and West Virginia state laws provide many protections for employees. For example, there are federal and state laws prohibiting sexual harassment, racial discrimination and gender bias in the workplace. West Virginia has taken an additional step by providing a legal remedy in cases involving workers’ compensation discrimination. Federal and state laws also enable workers to obtain compensation and benefits that have been illegally denied them. Victims of employment discrimination or harassment may be eligible for compensation for emotional suffering, lost wages, compensatory damages and/or punitive damages.
Atkinson & Polak, PLLC, is a results-oriented law firm with a record of success in employment law and litigation cases. Our firm represents clients in a variety of employment law cases, including:
- Discrimination based on age, disability, gender, race, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity and other legally protected classes
- Workers' compensation discrimination
- Sexual harassment
- Wrongful termination
- ERISA and benefits coverage
- Whistleblower actions
- Constructive discharge
- Other employment law matters
Call us at 304.346.5100 or contact us online for your free consultation.
West Virginia Employment Law Provides Protections and Remedies
West Virginia laws provide some unique protections and remedies for wronged workers. For example, unlike in other states, there is no requirement to take your case before a state agency. In West Virginia, you can file a claim in a circuit court immediately if you feel you have a case for discrimination, harassment or denial of benefits.
Atkinson & Polak knows how important it is to take prompt action in employment law cases. We pursue your claims aggressively from the very beginning, fighting for your rights in an efficient and effective manner. This can speed up the case significantly and enables us to begin building a strong case for you right away. It also tells the opposing party that we are serious in pursuing your claims.
Whether your case involves a termination, a failure to promote or a failure to hire based on age, workers' compensation discrimination, sexual harassment or any other employment law matter, Atkinson & Polak will work to obtain compensation and justice for you.
For your free initial consultation with an employment litigation lawyer at Atkinson & Polak, PLLC, call us at 304.346.5100 or contact us online. From our Charleston law office, we represent clients throughout West Virginia.
