Castronovo & McKinney, LLC provides expert legal services for individuals in Estell Manor who have experienced discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) ensures comprehensive protections against such discrimination, covering not only sexual orientation but also transgender identities and gender expressions.
The LAD protects employees from discrimination based on their sexual or affectional orientation. This includes discrimination against individuals who are:
- Heterosexual: Attracted to individuals of the opposite gender
- Homosexual: Attracted to individuals of the same gender
- Bisexual: Attracted to individuals of both genders
- Transgender: Identifying with a gender that differs from the one assigned at birth
- Gender identity or expression: Reflecting an individual’s internal sense of being male or female, or their outward expression of gender, such as through behavior or appearance
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) enforces these protections. Employers are prohibited from discriminatory actions, including refusal to hire, termination, harassment, unequal pay, or other unfair treatment based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
The LAD also covers discrimination based on perceived sexual orientation. A notable case in New Jersey involved a police officer who was denied a promotion due to his supervisor’s incorrect assumption about his sexual orientation. This case resulted in a significant legal settlement.
If you’ve been a victim of sexual orientation discrimination in Estell Manor, you have legal options. You can file a claim with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights within 180 days of the discriminatory act or pursue legal action in the Superior Court within two years.
Contact Our Experienced Estell Manor Sexual Orientation Discrimination Attorneys
If you need legal representation for a sexual orientation discrimination matter in Estell Manor, turn to Castronovo & McKinney, LLC. Our attorneys have a proven track record in handling such cases and will defend your rights both in and out of court. Contact us today for a consultation.