As an individual residing and working in the Westlake Village area, you deserve to be employed in an environment that is both respectful and free from discrimination. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Whether you work in the corporate hub or North Range or are employed at a business along Westlake Boulevard, you hold the right to be free of discrimination, and when these circumstances arise, a Westlake Village workplace discrimination lawyer can help.
At Felder Law, we understand how frightening it can be to be faced with discrimination at your place of employment. With decades of experience behind us and knowledge of the local employment field and legal landscape, we are here to fight to protect your rights.
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Types of Discrimination Cases We Handle at Felder Law
In California, all workers retain the right to be free from discrimination at their place of employment. In some cases, this discrimination might be obvious, while at other times, it can prove to be more subtle and difficult to prove. When you believe you have been the victim of workplace discrimination, it is first wise to review the different kinds of discrimination that may arise and determine which kind of case you may be entering into.
At Felder Law, we handle a wide range of workplace discrimination cases, including those for the following:
- Pregnancy discrimination. Just like every other employee in the state of California, pregnant individuals have rights. In Westlake Village, your employer is legally not allowed to fire, harass, or demote you simply on the basis of your pregnancy status. Also, your employer is not allowed to transfer you to a lower-paying position should you announce your pregnancy. If this happens, you may be entitled to compensation.
- Age discrimination.
- Disability discrimination. In Westlake Village, it is illegal for your employer to fire, demote, hire, or take other actions against you because of your age. This can include cases of suspected forced retirement. At Felder Law, our attorneys are here to go up against an employer who has discriminated against you on the basis of your age.
- Gender discrimination. When an individual in the workplace is treated unfairly because of their gender, it is illegal in California. This can include any kind of discrimination based on gender identity or gender expression. Nearly 66% of Americans believe that there is no full equality yet for women in the workplace.
- Religious discrimination. In the United States, every individual has the right to freely exercise their religion. This can include the wearing of certain items of clothing, jewelry, or head coverings because of your sincere religious beliefs. Your employer is not legally allowed to prevent you or fire you from taking days off work in order to celebrate and observe certain religious customs or holidays.
- Sexual orientation discrimination. In Westlake Village, it is illegal for your employer to discriminate against you based on your actual or perceived sexual orientation. Additionally, it is illegal for your employer to take action against you because of a belief related to your sexual orientation or that of a family member, it doesn’t matter if the belief is true or untrue. What matters is that you have suffered discrimination.
- Race discrimination. Nearly 42% of Americans claim to have witnessed or experienced racism at their place of work. When your employer treats you differently because of your ethnicity or skin color, this is illegal, and you deserve an attorney who is ready to fight for your rights. If your employer has fired you, harassed you, or demoted you because of your race, you may have grounds on which to file a legal claim against them.
- National origin discrimination. If you have suffered an adverse action at work because of your birthplace or ethnic background, it is illegal, and you may have the right to seek legal compensation. At Felder Law, we are ready to advocate for the rights of anyone who has been treated unfairly by their employer because of their ancestry or origin. Nearly 29% of legal immigrants in the United States experience discrimination.
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Hire a Workplace Discrimination Lawyer and Prove Your Case
Proving workplace discrimination can be tricky, which is why it is always a smart move to hire a workplace discrimination lawyer. Uncovering evidence that the discrimination took place can prove to be difficult, and that is where the team at Felder Law comes in. We understand that proving discrimination is not always easy and are ready to come alongside you, support you, and gather the necessary evidence. This evidence needs to do the following:
- Highlight a pattern of workplace discrimination. In a discrimination case, it can prove useful to study your co-workers and how they exist at work if they are outside your protected class, be that your age, religion, or sexual orientation. If you can provide the courts with evidence that preferential treatment is given to others outside your protected class over those within, this can be solid proof of existing discrimination.
- Reveal a lack of objectivity. If your employer acts in ways that are overly subjective in moments where they are criticizing your work, then you may be able to demonstrate that they are more objective when looking at the work of employees outside of your protected class. The attorneys at Felder Law have the ability to help you uncover evidence that shows this common issue.
- Prove that you are a qualified employee. Your employer might try and create an excuse they can use to justify their treatment of you and others of your protected class. However, if you have strong evidence that you are a qualified and competent employee, such as praise being given by your employer or positive performance reviews, this might work against your employer’s excuse.
Recover the Compensation You Deserve: Contact Felder Law Today
The success of your workplace discrimination case ultimately depends on the quality of representation you are able to secure. At Felder Law, we understand the legal intricacies of the various laws and regulations imposed on these cases at both the state and federal levels and can use that knowledge to benefit your case. If you have faced discrimination at work in Westlake Village, we are here to help you secure compensation and justice.
Contact Felder Law today to learn more about our legal services and hire a workplace discrimination lawyer.
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