At our Newark, New Jersey office, the attorneys at McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C. protect the rights of clients. Whether you are facing sexual harassment, whistleblower and workplace retaliation, pregnancy or other discrimination, or hostile work environment issues, our Newark, NJ lawyers are ready to stand with you. Free consultations are available.
Newark Sexual Harassment Lawyers
Sexual harassment can take many forms, such as unwanted comments and advances from a coworker or supervisor. It can even happen in settings like medical facilities or rehab environments where your physical well-being is already on the line. When harassment crosses into illegal territory, you deserve strong legal support.
Employment Law & At-Will Employment Issues
We help Newark employees with a variety of employment law matters, including:
- Wrongful termination tied to discrimination or protected activity.
- Denials of leave under applicable family or medical leave laws.
- Situations where workplace policies were applied unfairly or illegally.
New Jersey is an at-will employment state, meaning employers can generally end the employment relationship at any time. But that broad rule doesn’t give employers permission to discriminate, punish employees for protected actions, or ignore workplace rights.
Whistleblower & Workplace Retaliation
Employees who speak up about unsafe practices, legal violations, or unethical conduct are protected under state and federal law. Retaliation can take many forms, from demotion or reduction in hours to termination or hostile conduct.
Our Newark whistleblower and retaliation lawyers help workers who have faced punishment for doing the right thing. We assess your situation, guide you through the legal process, and work toward a result that protects your rights and career.
Hostile Work Environment & Discrimination
A hostile work environment is when ongoing discrimination, harassment, or mistreatment makes it impossible to perform your job safely and with dignity. If you’ve suffered workplace harassment or any form of unfair treatment tied to gender, race, age, disability, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, our lawyers can help.
Pregnancy and Parental Rights in the Workplace
Pregnancy discrimination is illegal under federal and New Jersey law. One of the most insidious forms of discrimination, it occurs when employers mistreat pregnant employees, such as denying them reasonable accommodations or wrongfully firing them. Our Newark attorneys help employees protect these rights and understand available leave options, including maternity and paternity leave under New Jersey’s family and medical leave laws.
Additionally, the federal FMLA covers multiple scenarios, including bonding with a newly born or adopted child. Leave under the FMLA is protected, and employers who retaliate against you for utilizing what you are legally entitled to will face justice.
Our Newark, NJ Lawyers Can Fight for Your Rights
At our Newark office, McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C. helps workers with employment discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, hostile work environments, and other rights violations.
We work with clients throughout Essex County, including Montclair, East Orange, Irvington, Bloomfield, and surrounding communities. In addition to our Newark location, we have offices in Marlton and Red Bank, NJ, as well, allowing us to serve clients throughout the state. Call our Newark, New Jersey office today for a free consultation. We will fight to protect your rights and your future.
