HKM Wins at Trial. HKM served as co-counsel representing defendants Delta Inn, Inc. and Hung G. Kim in a multi-million claim regarding the ownership of Delta Inn. Click here to read more.

Congratulations to Partners Donald W. Heyrich and Dan Kalish who were recognized by Washington Law and Politics once again. Donald W. Heyrich was named a SuperLawyer by the magazine, and Dan Kalish was named a Rising Star. Click here to read more.

HKM Wins Jury Verdict For Former Employee. HKM represented plaintiff Wendy Dorn in two-week jury trial regarding overtime wages. Click here to read more.

HKM Obtains Class Certification in Overtime Claim. On September 13, 2011, the Federal District Court in Oregon certified a class of Sleep Country sales associates in an overtime claim against the company. Click here to read more.

HKM Writes Employment Discrimination Section of the Washington State Practice Manual. Click here to read more.

HKM Prevails in Non-Compete Case. HKM represented Robert Heffner, current CEO of Falck North America, in non-compete lawsuit filed by Rural Metro Corp. Click here to read more.

HKM Defends Employee In Non-Compete Case. When an ex-employee of insynQ, Inc. was sued by the company for alleged violations of her non-compete agreement, she hired HKM. Click here to read more.

HKM Wards Off Vulcan Inc.'s Motion to Dismiss. HKM is representing a former employee who is suing Vulcan Inc. for discriminatory and harassing treatment, retaliation, and character defamation (among other things). Click here to read more.

HKM Files Wage Claim Lawsuit. Representing a former employee of Moxy, Inc. HKM filed a lawsuit against the company for wages and payments owed to the employee. Click here to read more.

HKM Takes Aim at Unsolicited Text Messages. Representing multiple consumers, HKM has filed class-action lawsuits against corporate entities charged with sending a barrage of unsolicited text messages (SMS). Click here to read more.

Portland Pregnancy Discrimination Attorney

The Rights of Pregnant Employees in Oregon

As a pregnant employee, you deserve to be treated with respect and granted the benefits prescribed by law to assist pregnant women in the workplace, such as the right to family and medical leave. Sadly, there are instances in which not only are these rights not observed, but a pregnant employee is further discriminated against. Employers or managers could assign your work to another or make working conditions unpleasant or unsafe in an effort to minimize your role in the company or ultimately get you to resign. It may also happen that you are denied a promotion or a raise due to your pregnancy. Any type of discrimination due to pregnancy is illegal and if you are experiencing this you should speak to a Portland employment lawyer right away. Some illegal acts specifically listed under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its provisions include:

Refusing to hire a woman due to pregnancy
Firing or causing to resign due to pregnancy
Firing for the decision to have an abortion
Denying a promotion or instigating a demotion due on pregnancy
Removal of accrued retirement benefits upon pregnancy
Refusing paid maternity leave
Denying family and medical leave

Portland Employment Law Attorney

If your workplace rights are being violated in relation to your pregnancy, consult with the legal team at HKM Employment Attorneys. We can help you to file a claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or take any appropriate steps to pursue the outcome you desire. Additionally, our firm can provide insightful defense for companies accused of discrimination due to pregnancy. We understand that what may be construed as such is in no way an actual act of discrimination and will fight to defend your rights and your firm.

If you have been subject to discrimination based on pregnancy, or have been accused of such discrimination, contact a Portland pregnancy discrimination attorney .