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 Religious Discrimination Attorney

Legal Help for Religious Discrimination Cases in Oregon

As with other forms of discrimination in the workplace, federal and state laws prohibit employers from treating any employees or prospective employees different due to their religious beliefs, or the religious practices they employ. In addition to this, employers must also make reasonable accommodations for employees when it comes to religious holidays and customs. If you feel you have been discriminated against due to your religion, or the religious practice you engage in, then it is recommended that you consult with a Portland employment law attorney right away. You may be entitled to significant compensation for a number of losses, including lost wages and mental and emotional strife.

HKM Employment Attorneys is a law firm that focuses solely on employment law. We have represented a large number of clients in all manner of employment cases, including those that involve discrimination because of religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or age. As we have provided help to employees in such a large number of these cases, we are able to quickly analyze the strengths and weaknesses of a client's case, and develop an approach that is designed to increase their chances of a successful outcome. We are immediately available to give you the legal support and guidance you need to take action against those who have discriminated against you due to your religious affiliations.

What constitutes religious discrimination?

Religious discrimination can consist of many different acts, such as firing, demoting, harassing, refusing to hire, or refusing to promote due to someone being (or not being):

Christian
Jewish
Buddhist
Muslim
Mormon
Scientologist
Rastafarian
Hindu
Indigenous

Regardless of an employer's religious beliefs, they are not allowed to require as a condition of employment an employee having to participate (or not participate) in a certain religious belief or practice.

Have you suffered religious discrimination in your place of work? Contact a Portland religious discrimination lawyer who is ready and available to take legal action against those responsible on your behalf.