Marital Status Discrimination in Northfield, NJ Workplaces
Marital status discrimination is illegal under New Jersey law, yet it continues to affect employees in Northfield. Whether you are married, single, divorced, separated, engaged, or in a same-sex marriage, you are protected. If your employer has treated you unfairly because of your marital status, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC can help.
Our Legal Expertise
Our attorneys focus exclusively on marital status discrimination and have extensive experience handling claims in arbitration, administrative hearings, and state court. We pursue each case with a combination of negotiation and litigation strategies to safeguard your rights and secure meaningful outcomes.
New Jersey Law Against Marital Status Discrimination
Under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), employers cannot base employment decisions on marital status. Protected actions include:
- Refusal to hire
- Denial of promotions
- Demotions or reassignment
- Termination
The law also protects employees with caregiving responsibilities or spouses with disabilities. Both mothers and fathers involved in child-rearing are covered regardless of marital status.
Key Considerations
While LAD protections are strong, employers may implement anti-nepotism policies that affect employees with familial relationships. Federal laws do not explicitly cover marital status discrimination, but employees may have protections under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for caregiving-related matters. LAD applies to all New Jersey employers, whereas FMLA only applies to businesses with 50 or more employees.
To pursue a claim under LAD, employees must show:
- Membership in a protected class (married, single, engaged, separated, divorced)
- Job performance meeting expectations
- Adverse employment actions such as termination, demotion, suspension, or denial of promotion/hiring
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is experienced at proving these claims and advocating for clients through the New Jersey Division of Civil Rights or in state court. We pursue resolution through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation to maximize results.
Compensation for Marital Status Discrimination
If your claim is successful, you may be entitled to:
- Reinstatement
- Back pay
- Front pay
- Compensatory damages, including emotional distress
- Punitive damages
- Attorney’s fees and costs
Our attorneys work to secure compensation while protecting your professional reputation.
Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC in Northfield, NJ
If you face marital status discrimination at work, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC will aggressively defend your rights. We operate on a contingency basis, so you only pay if you recover compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward holding your employer accountable.