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If you believe you have been the victim of illegal discrimination, consult a discrimination attorney about your legal options. While certain situations that are annoying or disrespectful may not be illegal, negative employment decisions based on a status proted by law, your civil rights may have been violated. Whether you feel you have been discriminated against with regard to housing, the workplace or any public place due to your age, gender, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability or sexual orientation, a discrimination lawyer can help you determine if the discrimination you are suffering is illegal and help you assert your legal rights under the law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Does The Civil Rights Act Of 1964 (Title VII) Govern?
Title VII prohibits discrimination in employment including public accommodations, governmental services and education. An employer cannot fail or refuse to hire or refuse to promote, fire anybody … more
What Administrative Body May Impose Remedies For A Violation Of The Civil Rights Act Of 1964?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) administers and enforces Title VII. The EEOC has the power to investigate, litigate and resolve unfair employment practices. The EEOC make take … more
Can An Employer Discriminate Against Me For Filing For Bankruptcy?
Generally, government and private employers may not discriminate against you for filing bankruptcy. Federal law prohibits private employers from discriminating with respect to employment if the … more

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The "For Good Cause" Defense to Employment Discrimination Claims
Employers may not fire employees for discriminatory reasons such as their age, sex, disability, religion, race, or national origin. However, sometimes employers are put in the difficult position of having a valid legal reason for terminating an employee even though the employee may claim that he or she was fired for discriminatory reasons. The “For Good Cause” Defense to … more
Watch your Language at Work
Over the years, and through the course of many sexual harassment lawsuits, there are certain actions and certain words that are easily identifiable as illegal sexual harassment. For example, it is commonly known that a superior may be required to defend a sexual harassment charge if the superior requires an employee to perform sexual acts or touches an employee inappropriately. While those … more

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