Employer Liability for Harassment Between Coworkers: Understanding Oregon Law
When harassment comes from a coworker, you may wonder if your employer is responsible. Oregon law requires employers to act if they knew or should have known about the conduct.
Why Choosing an Employee‑Only Law Firm Matters in Harassment Cases
When you’ve suffered workplace harassment, your lawyer’s loyalty should be to you alone. Learn why choosing an employee-only law firm ensures undivided representation.
Can Text Messages Be Used as Evidence in Oregon Sexual Harassment Claims?
Harassment often leaves a trail. One of the most powerful forms of proof is a text message, which can document behavior that might otherwise go unreported or denied. If you’ve received inappropriate or unwanted texts from a coworker or supervisor, those messages may serve as crucial evidence in a sexual harassment case under Oregon law. […]
Can You Be Retaliated Against for Reporting Harassment? An Oregon Employee Guide
One of the biggest fears employees have when reporting workplace harassment is the fear of retaliation. Will you lose your job? Will your boss cut your hours or sideline you from important projects? These concerns are understandable, but under Oregon law, retaliation for reporting sexual harassment is strictly prohibited. Employees who speak up are protected, […]
6 Things Oregon Employees Should Do If Their Boss Is The Harasser
When the person who signs your paycheck is also the one crossing the line, it can feel impossible to know what to do. Harassment by a boss is not only uncomfortable, it’s also a violation of your rights and an abuse of power. Under both Oregon and federal law, sexual harassment by a supervisor is […]
Sexual Harassment: Know Your Rights in the Workplace
Sexual harassment in the workplace is not just unacceptable—it’s illegal. Our firm stands with Oregon workers who demand respect and accountability.
How Much Is a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Worth in the State of Oregon?
If you’ve experienced sexual harassment at work, you may be wondering not just whether you can file a lawsuit but whether it’s worth it. How much compensation could you receive? What factors influence the value of your case? And how does Oregon law treat these claims? The truth is, every sexual harassment lawsuit is different […]
Employee Rights to Meal and Rest Breaks in Oregon
Not every worker realizes it, but regular meal and rest breaks during the workday are not just a perk – they are a legal right under Oregon meal and rest break laws. Whether you are on your feet in retail, working long shifts in healthcare, or at a desk in an office, Oregon lunch break […]
Common Signs You’re Being Sexually Harassed at Work (And What to Do Next)
Sexual harassment in the workplace doesn’t always look like what you see on TV. It isn’t always obvious, and it doesn’t have to involve physical contact to be damaging. From persistent comments to retaliation after reporting misconduct, harassment can take many forms and if you’re experiencing it, you’re not alone. Whether you’re just beginning to […]