Buena, NJ employees are protected from workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD). This law also covers gender identity and gender expression.
Employers cannot discriminate based on sexual orientation—including heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, transgender identity, or gender expression—when hiring, firing, setting wages, or determining workplace conditions. Harassment and other forms of unfair treatment tied to these characteristics are illegal.
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) enforces these protections and also covers “perceived” sexual orientation. In one case, a police officer was denied a promotion due to a supervisor’s mistaken belief about his sexual orientation, leading to a major legal settlement.
If you’ve faced workplace discrimination in Buena, you can file a complaint with the DCR within 180 days or take legal action in Superior Court within two years.
For legal support, contact Castronovo & McKinney. Our attorneys specialize in sexual orientation discrimination cases and will fight to protect your rights.