Protecting Your Rights Against Employment Discrimination
Understanding Employment Discrimination Employment discrimination occurs when an employee or job applicant is treated unfavorably because of characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, or national origin. Despite numerous laws and regulations in place to protect workers, discrimination in the workplace remains a significant issue. If you believe you have been a victim of workplace discrimination, consulting with an employee discrimination lawyer can help you understand your rights and options. Common Forms of Employment Discrimination Race and Ethnicity Discrimination Race and ethnicity discrimination involves treating someone unfavorably because they are of a certain race or because of personal characteristics associated with race, such as skin color or hair texture. This type of discrimination can also occur when the victim and the perpetrator are of the same race or ethnicity. Gender Discrimination Gender discrimination includes treating someone unfavorab...