Discrimination: Don’t Tolerate It At Work
You deserve a fair, discrimination-free workplace. At Fisher | Taubenfeld LLP, our dedicated team of attorneys is here to support you as you fight to hold your employer responsible for discrimination.
Whether you have experienced mistreatment based on age, gender, race, marital status, or any other protected characteristic, we provide the guidance and knowledge you need to understand your rights and pursue justice. We represent employees in New York City, on Long Island and in New Jersey.
The Law Protects Many Different People From Discrimination
Federal, state and city laws prohibit employers from discriminating against or harassing employees or job applicants based on certain classifications, including but not limited to:
- Age
- Arrest or criminal history
- Race
- Disability
- Sex and gender
- Sexual orientation
- National origin
- Religion
- Pregnancy status
- Marital or parental status
- Domestic violence victim status
In many instances, the anti-discrimination laws also prohibit harassment or any adverse employment action against an individual based on the perception or belief that such individual is a member of a protected group (even when that perception is wrong) or based on the individual’s association with a person or organization of a particular protected group.
New York State and New York City law protect independent contractors for certain claims.
Protecting You From Many Forms Of Discrimination
Federal, state, and New York City law make it unlawful to discriminate against a person in regard to any employment conditions, terms and privileges. In addition to hiring and firing, this also covers actions related to other aspects of employment, such as promotion and layoff decisions, compensation and benefit levels, training and the assignment of jobs. These laws also prohibit policies that disproportionately impact members of a protected group, unless the employer can demonstrate a legitimate business necessity.
Visit our blog for more about the key anti-discrimination laws, including a full breakdown of the damages (remedies) available and applicable standards, requirements and procedures under each law.
Can You Still Hold Your Employer Responsible If Discrimination Was Only One Factor In Their Actions?
Most discrimination laws apply a “mixed-motive” theory of proof, whereby an employer is liable for discrimination if an employee’s protected class (i.e., race, religion, etc.) was a “motivating factor” for an employment decision, even though other factors were taken into account.
Contact Fisher | Taubenfeld LLP
Protecting yourself and your career can begin with a no-cost, confidential consultation to discuss your workplace mistreatment with an experienced discrimination attorney. Send an email or call 646-741-3490 to learn more. We support workers in New York and New Jersey.