Employment Law

Employment Law: Harassment & Discrimination

Are You Facing Illegal Discrimination or Harassment in Your Workplace?

The workplace should be a level playing field, but too often, employees face unfair treatment, bias, and abuse. Federal and state laws in the U.S. protect workers from being subjected to a hostile work environment or adverse employment actions in which Discrimination based on age, gender, or race is involved.

If you have been subject to illegal workplace discrimination or sexual harassment by an employer, manager, or coworker, you do not have to endure it alone. Our dedicated team of US employment lawyers provides knowledgeable, aggressive representation to protect your rights, recover your economic and non-economic damages, and seek justice.

Navigating an employment law claim requires precise adherence to legal deadlines and procedures, including filing with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or a corresponding state agency.

We help employees throughout the entire process, including:

1. Case Evaluation: Determining if your situation meets the legal standard for discrimination or harassment under federal or state law.
2. Internal Reporting: Advising on how and when to report the conduct to your employer's HR department.
3. Agency Filings: Timely and accurate filing of a Charge of Discrimination with the EEOC or other agencies.
4. Litigation: Aggressively representing your interests in court to recover damages, including back pay, compensatory damages, and punitive damages where applicable.
5. Retaliation Claims: Protecting employees who are retaliated against for reporting discrimination or participating in an investigation.

When Should You Contact an Employment Law Attorney?

If you have experienced any of the following, it is critical to seek legal advice immediately:

• You were fired, demoted, or denied a promotion after reporting discrimination.
• The unwelcome conduct in your workplace is impacting your ability to do your job.
• Your employer has failed to take effective corrective action after you reported Discrimination or harassment.
• You need help understanding the short statute of limitations for filing an employment claim.

We offer a confidential consultation to review the facts of your case and outline the strongest path forward. Your rights are worth fighting for. Call Adcock Law Group today!