New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. These protections cover:
- Heterosexuality: Attraction to the opposite gender
- Homosexuality: Attraction to the same gender
- Bisexuality: Attraction to both genders
- Transgender: Gender identity or expression different from sex assigned at birth
- Gender Identity or Expression: Internal identity or outward expression through appearance, voice, or behavior
The LAD also protects against discrimination based on perceived sexual orientation. For instance, if an employer denies a promotion due to an incorrect assumption about an employee’s sexual orientation, the employee may take legal action. Victims in such cases have successfully obtained settlements.
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) enforces these protections. Employers are prohibited from refusing to hire, firing, harassing, paying unequally, or creating a hostile work environment based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Any such conduct is illegal under state law.
Legal Options for Employees in Mullica Township, NJ
Employees experiencing discrimination in Mullica Township can:
- File a claim with the DCR within 180 days of the incident.
- Pursue a case in the New Jersey Superior Court within two years.
Both options allow victims to hold employers accountable and seek remedies for unlawful discrimination.
Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC represents employees in Mullica Township and throughout New Jersey in sexual orientation and LGBT discrimination cases. The firm focuses on securing justice and compensation for victims of workplace discrimination. If you believe your rights have been violated, contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC to review your case and explore your legal options.