Discrimination

California's employment laws provide robust protections against various forms of discrimination, ensuring employees are treated fairly in the workplace:

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Protected Characteristics

Employees are safeguarded from discrimination based on:

• Race

• Color

• National origin

• Ancestry

• Religion

• Age (40 and older)

• Disability (physical or mental)

• Sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions)

• Gender identity and expression

• Sexual orientation

• Medical condition

• Genetic information

• Marital status

• Military or veteran status

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Legal Protections

Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other federal laws, employees are entitled to a work environment free from discrimination. Our firm can assist in cases involving:

• Hiring and Firing: Discrimination in recruitment, promotion, demotion, or termination processes.

• Compensation: Unequal pay for equal work based on protected characteristics.

• Job Assignments: Discriminatory practices in work assignments and job classifications.

• Training: Denial of training opportunities due to discriminatory reasons.

• Fringe Benefits: Unequal access to benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and bonuses.

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Addressing Discrimination

Our attorneys help employees by:

• Filing Complaints: Assisting with filing complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).

• Legal Representation: Representing clients in litigation and settlement negotiations.

• Advocacy: Advocating for workplace policies that promote equality and prevent discrimination.

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Retaliation Protection

Employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who:

• Report discrimination.

• Participate in an investigation or lawsuit related to discrimination.

• Oppose discriminatory practices.

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