Bay Area Employment Law Attorneys Fighting Workplace Discrimination in the San Francisco Bay Area and Beyond
Discrimination in the workplace undermines the principles of fairness and equality and causes substantial harm to employees who suffer adverse job actions due to discrimination. At Bay Area Employment Law Group LLP, we are dedicated to helping employees who have experienced unlawful discrimination get justice and compensation for the damage done. With deep knowledge of California and federal employment laws, we work tirelessly to hold employers accountable and ensure our clients receive justice.
What Is Workplace Discrimination?
Workplace discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee unfairly or takes adverse action based on a legally protected characteristic. These protected characteristics include, among others:
- Race, color, or ethnicity.
- Gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
- Age (40 and older).
- Religion or creed.
- Disability or medical condition.
- Pregnancy or childbirth.
- National origin.
- Marital status or military service.
Discrimination can occur at any stage of employment, including hiring, promotions, pay, job assignments, training, or termination. California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) offers some of the most comprehensive protections against workplace discrimination in the nation. FEHA applies to employers with five or more employees and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on protected characteristics. In addition to FEHA, federal laws like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) provide further protection.
Examples of Workplace Discrimination
Discrimination can take many forms, including:
- Denial of promotions or pay raises due to race, gender, or other protected characteristics.
- Refusal to hire a qualified applicant based on age or disability.
- Firing an employee after disclosing pregnancy or medical issues.
- Creating policies that disproportionately harm certain groups of employees.
How We Can Help
If you believe you’ve been a victim of workplace discrimination, Bay Area Employment Law Group LLP is here to help. Our attorneys can evaluate your claim to determine if discrimination has occurred. We’ll gather evidence, such as performance records or communications, to build your case and file complaints with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Our experienced employment lawyers are ready to represent you in negotiations, mediation, or court proceedings to achieve a fair resolution.
We work to find solutions that meet your needs, whether that includes reinstatement to a previous position or monetary compensation. Victims of discrimination may be entitled to many forms of compensation, including lost wages and benefits, emotional distress damages, punitive damages in cases of egregious misconduct, and attorneys’ fees and legal costs.
Contact Our Discrimination Attorneys Today
At Bay Area Employment Law Group LLP, we are committed to fighting for fairness and equality in the workplace. If you have faced discrimination, let us help you seek justice and hold your employer accountable. Call 510-295-0090 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation today.
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