DISCRIMINATION
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WHAT IS EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION?
Discrimination Defense Lawyers. Federal and state law prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, religion, disability, pregnancy, marital status, age, or sexual orientation. In addition, employers engage in discrimination when they fail to hire, fail to promote, harass, retaliate, constructively terminate, wrongfully terminate, or take any other action that harms an employee. Furthermore, discrimination appears in many different forms throughout workplaces, which makes each situation unique.
When individuals lose opportunities for employment or advancement because they belong to a protected class—or when they lose their jobs for the same reason—they have the right to pursue compensation. However, not every allegation of discrimination meets the legal standard. Therefore, our attorneys review each claim carefully and defend businesses when the facts do not support the accusation.
DISCRIMINATION CLAIMS
Employees often file Discrimination Defense Lawyers claims when employers terminate them or refuse to hire them because they belong to a protected class. Likewise, employees frequently challenge situations where employers impose unfair terms or conditions of employment based on protected characteristics. Employers also create legal risk when they implement policies that unintentionally lead to discrimination. For example, discriminatory conduct may include:
- Failing to correct a hostile work environment where others ridicule, stereotype, or demean employees
- Creating dress code rules that interfere with religious practice
- Imposing arbitrary physical standards that disqualify women
- Publishing job ads or establishing policies that discourage certain protected groups from applying
- Enforcing “English-only” rules in workplaces where employees do not need English to perform their duties
These examples only represent a portion of the issues employers may encounter. Because these matters often involve complicated facts, our employment discrimination defense attorneys investigate the details thoroughly and deliver strong, strategic representation.
TYPES OF EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION
Employment discrimination claims can be based on several factors, including:
- Age
- Religion
- Disability
- Race
- National origin
- Gender
- Pregnancy
Our attorneys use decades of experience to gather crucial evidence, support employers, and build strong defenses. Moreover, we genuinely prioritize our clients’ needs and work diligently to refute allegations while protecting their reputations. When you hire our firm, you gain a committed advocate who stands firmly beside you throughout the process.
Swingle, Van Egmond & Heitlinger offers premier employment discrimination defense services. Our attorneys bring exceptional attention to detail, thorough trial preparation, strong negotiation skills, and a proven record of courtroom success. Therefore, we encourage you to contact our workplace discrimination defense team and discuss your situation with attorneys who understand how to protect your business. Call 209-522-2211 to begin the conversation.
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- James M.
