Santa Clara employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees and job applicants based on their membership in a protected class. However, these unlawful practices occur more often than you may think.
If you have been discriminated against at work, the Santa Clara employment discrimination lawyers at King & Siegel LLP are here to help you. We believe that everyone has a right to make a living free from discrimination, and we are here to help you stand up for your legal rights. Our seasoned employment law attorneys have helped numerous clients get the justice and compensation that they deserve after being treated unfairly in the workplace, and they are available to take on your case.
In this article, we will discuss California’s anti-discrimination laws, and we will talk about how a lawyer can help you if you have been discriminated against.
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What Is Employment Discrimination?
Employment discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant unfairly because of their race, national origin, sex, gender, disability, or other protected characteristic. Discrimination can be intentional or unintentional, but both types are still illegal.
Examples of Employment Discrimination
Employment discrimination can take many forms. Employment discrimination happens when an employer does any of the following because of your membership in a protected class:
- Refusing to hire you,
- Paying you less than your colleagues,
- Firing you,
- Harassing you through offensive comments, and
- Providing different promotions or training opportunities.
This is not an exhaustive list. So if you have been a victim of discrimination, we highly recommend that you reach out to an employment discrimination attorney in Santa Clara to discuss your case.
If you believe you are being discriminated against in the workplace, King & Siegel LLP welcomes you to call our legal team today at (213) 465-4802 for a free review of your case.
Laws Against Employment Discrimination
Both federal and state anti-discrimination laws protect Santa Clara citizens. Let’s discuss some of the most important laws that prohibit discrimination.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is a federal law that prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The Act also established the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which is tasked with enforcing federal laws relating to employment discrimination.
To file discrimination claims with the EEOC, you can head to their website and follow the instructions provided. However, we recommend that you seek the assistance of an employment discrimination lawyer before filing your claim.
Americans With Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act, or the ADA, prohibits discrimination based on a person’s disability in employment, public transportation, housing, and public accommodations. The Act was signed into law in 1990 and applies to all employers with 15 or more employees and government jobs.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) goes beyond federal protections against discrimination. Under FEHA, it is illegal to discriminate against someone in the workplace based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy status. An attorney can assist you in filing a discrimination claim under FEHA in California.
The California Labor Code
The California Labor Code prohibits retaliation against an employee who has made a complaint of harassment or discrimination against their employer. In addition, the Code requires that men and women receive equal pay for equal work, similar to the federal laws found in the Equal Pay Act.
Types of Cases We Take
At King & Siegel LLP, we take on all different kinds of discrimination cases. Some of the most common cases that we take on include:
- Age discrimination,
- Racial discrimination,
- Pregnancy discrimination,
- Religious discrimination,
- Sexual orientation discrimination,
- Disability discrimination, and
- Gender discrimination cases.
If you choose King & Siegel LLP to represent you, we promise to advocate on your behalf and help you hold your employer accountable for their unlawful conduct.
Our Employment Discrimination Attorneys at King & Siegel LLP Are Here for You
At King & Siegel LLP, we understand how employment discrimination can lead to missed career opportunities, mental distress, and financial uncertainty. Our lawyers are here to guide you through the legal process of filing a discrimination claim against your employer. We are aware of how intimidating the experience of filing a claim against your employer can be, and we are here to help you navigate this process. We can help make sure that you follow all the necessary steps, which will help ensure that your claim is successful. We can help you state your case, prove your case, and maximize the amount of compensation that you receive.
Because we know how expensive litigation can be, we work on a contingent basis. This means that you only have to pay us once we win your case and you get your settlement money. If we don’t win, you don’t have to worry about paying our legal fees. In addition, we offer free consultations to all of our potential clients. To reach out to our office, you can contact us online or by phone.
Our employment discrimination lawyers in Santa Clara also the following cases:
– Sexual harassment