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Workplace discrimination happens when an employee is treated unfairly because of race, sex, age, disability, religion, or another protected characteristic. Federal and state laws set out which traits are protected and what kinds of employer conduct are unlawful, from hiring and firing to pay and promotions. Many claims start with a filing at an agency like the EEOC before they can go to court, and strict deadlines apply. The attorneys below handle employment discrimination and civil rights matters.
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Common questions
What counts as workplace discrimination?
Generally, it means an employer treating you worse — in hiring, firing, pay, or promotions — because of a protected characteristic such as race, sex, age over 40, disability, or religion. Not every unfair workplace decision is illegal discrimination; the law covers specific traits and specific employer actions.
Do I have to file with the EEOC first?
In most cases, yes. Federal law usually requires filing a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission before suing in court, and the deadline can be as short as 180 days. State agencies have their own parallel processes and deadlines.
What kind of proof do I need?
Useful evidence includes emails or messages showing bias, records of how others were treated differently, performance reviews, and a timeline of events. An attorney can help evaluate which facts support a claim and which do not.
What should I bring to a consultation?
Bring any written communications with your employer, your employment contract or handbook, pay records, performance reviews, and a written timeline of what happened and when.