New Jersey Racial Discrimination Lawyers
Protecting Employees in Northern New Jersey
Racial discrimination in the workplace can have a devastating impact on individuals and communities. When you are subjected to discrimination based on your race or ethnicity, you may experience a range of negative consequences, including lower wages, fewer opportunities for advancement, and a hostile work environment. This can lead to significant financial hardship, emotional distress, and a diminished sense of self-worth.
In New Jersey and nationwide, workplace racial discrimination is not only un-American, but also unlawful. At Green Savits, we fiercely protect our clients who have endured this type of discrimination with meaningful legal action. Our team brings tenacity, passion, and exceptional legal proficiency to this issue. We can put award-winning attorneys to work for you and a team that has over 100 years of collective employment law experience.
Schedule a consultation with a New Jersey racial discrimination attorney at Green Savits by phone at (973) 965-8571. Or complete our online contact form.
Racial Discrimination Data
Unfortunately, racial discrimination still occurs in nationwide workplaces.
According to Harvard Public Health national surveys:
- 57 % of Black Americans have suffered discrimination in pay and promotions
- 54% of Native Americans living in Native areas have suffered discrimination in hiring, promotion, and compensation
- 35% of Asian Americans have reported harassment due to their race or ethnicity
Types of Workplace Racial Discrimination
Racial discrimination can occur in a multitude of ways, such as:
- Hiring: Bias during the recruitment process, where candidates are unfairly judged or excluded based on their race.
- Promotion and advancement: The denial of promotions or career advancement opportunities to employees of certain races despite their qualifications and performance.
- Pay disparities: Unequal pay for employees of different races performing the same job with similar qualifications and experience.
- Harassment: Racial slurs, jokes, or derogatory comments that create a hostile or intimidating work environment.
- Job assignments: Employees are segregated into certain roles or departments based on race, limiting their professional growth.
- Disciplinary actions: Disproportionate disciplinary measures against employees of certain races compared to their peers.
- Retaliation: Adverse actions taken against employees who report racial discrimination, such as demotion or termination.
- Access to resources: Unequal access to training, mentoring, or other resources that are crucial for career development.
Addressing these types of discrimination is essential for fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.
What Laws Protect You Against Workplace Race Discrimination in New Jersey?
Anti-discrimination laws and agencies have been created by the federal and New Jersey governments that can be used to seek legal recourse:
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: This federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees or job applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It applies to employers with 15 or more employees and covers various aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, and compensation.
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC): The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Harassing a person because of their race or color, including racial slurs and offensive remarks is unlawful.
- Executive Order 11246: This order prohibits employment discrimination by federal contractors and subcontractors based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
In New Jersey, the primary law protecting against workplace racial discrimination is the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD).
Key aspects of this law include:
- Prohibition of discrimination: The LAD prohibits unlawful employment discrimination based on an individual's race, creed, color, national origin, and other protected characteristics.
- Bias-based harassment: The law also covers bias-based harassment to protect employees from racial slurs, offensive remarks, and other forms of harassment in the workplace.
- Comprehensive coverage: The LAD applies to all employers in New Jersey, regardless of size, providing broad protection for workers across the state.
These provisions are designed to create a fair and equitable work environment, allowing individuals to seek legal recourse if they experience racial discrimination.
Legal Representation for Employees Facing Racial Discrimination
Green Savits exclusively practices employment law; we work to safeguard your rights and seek legal remedies for discriminatory practices. When our firm is retained, we assess the details of your case and provide advice on your best course of action. Our attorneys guide you through the often complex process of filing formal complaints with relevant authorities after building a solid foundation for your case.
If litigation becomes necessary, we are prepared to represent you in court, using our extensive knowledge and experience in discrimination laws to advocate vigorously on your behalf. We also excel in negotiating settlements, aiming to achieve favorable outcomes and provide the compensation or remedies you deserve.
Call (973) 965-8571 or email us on our contact form to consult a New Jersey racial discrimination attorney today.
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A History of SuccessOur attorneys have prevailed in landmark New Jersey Supreme Court cases, making a significant impact on employment law with decisions involving issues like pregnancy and religious discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, and more.
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Experienced Trial AttorneysWith a strong reputation for success, we bring the exerience and determination necessary to fight for your rights every step of the way.
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Leadership in Employee AdvocacyOur attorneys have influenced legislation for New Jersey workers and have successfully argued in eleven New Jersey Supreme Court cases on critical issues like pregnancy discrimination, whistleblower retaliation, and sexual harassment.
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Strength in Facing Powerful OpponentsWe don’t shy away from challenging large, well-resourced corporations. Our firm has successfully taken on Fortune 500 companies like AT&T, ExxonMobil, and Pfizer, achieving justice for our clients in the face of tough opposition.
