Racial Discrimination in the Workplace – Mullica Township, NJ
Racial discrimination continues to affect employees in Mullica Township, NJ, and across New Jersey. If you have experienced unfair treatment at work due to your race, ethnicity, or national origin, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC provides aggressive legal representation to protect your rights under federal and state law.
Workplace Discrimination Cases We Handle
Our attorneys focus on cases involving:
- Discrimination in hiring, promotions, and job opportunities
- Pay disparities and unequal benefits
- Wrongful termination linked to race
- Hostile work environments targeting protected groups
We combine deep knowledge of employment law with proven strategies to hold employers accountable and secure justice for affected employees.
Recognizing Racial Discrimination
Employers cannot make employment decisions based on race, ethnicity, or national origin. Examples include:
- Restricting promotions or assignments to specific racial groups
- Applying harsher scrutiny or additional testing for employees of color
- Enforcing dress codes or grooming policies that target cultural or natural hairstyles
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC investigates these practices, builds strong cases, and fights for justice for employees in Mullica Township, NJ.
Types of Racial Discrimination
- Disparate Treatment: Employees are treated differently based on race, facing harsher discipline, exclusion from promotions, or biased policies.
- Disparate Impact: Neutral policies disproportionately affect certain racial groups. For example, blanket criminal record bans may unfairly disadvantage minority applicants. Employers must show these policies are essential to the job.
Both types of discrimination violate federal and state laws and can be challenged in court.
Legal Protections
Federal Law: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits race-based discrimination for companies with 15 or more employees. Employees must first file a charge with the EEOC before pursuing a federal lawsuit.
New Jersey Law: The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) provides broader protections. Employees can file claims directly in state court without going through the Division of Civil Rights.
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC has extensive experience handling both EEOC claims and LAD lawsuits, negotiating settlements when possible and litigating when necessary.
Determining If You Have a Claim
To pursue a racial discrimination claim, you must show:
- You belong to a protected class.
- You were qualified for your position.
- You faced an adverse employment action, such as termination, demotion, or denied promotion.
- There is evidence linking the action to racial bias.
Damages may include back pay, lost benefits, emotional distress, and legal fees. Our attorneys carefully review each case to maximize outcomes for clients in Mullica Township.
Contact Castronovo & McKinney
If you have experienced racial discrimination at work in Mullica Township, NJ, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC can help. We hold employers accountable and fight for your rights under the law. Contact us today to discuss your case and explore your legal options.