Addressing Marital Status Discrimination
Marital status discrimination should not be tolerated. Whether you’re married, single, divorced, separated, engaged, or in a same-sex union, you have legal protections under state and local laws. If you face unfair treatment due to your marital status, rely on Castronovo & McKinney, LLC.
Our legal team specializes in marital status discrimination, defending your rights in arbitration, administrative proceedings, and state courts. We have a strong record of successful advocacy through negotiation and litigation.
Trust us to fight for your justice. Contact our office to start your journey towards resolution.
Fighting Marital Status Discrimination in Workplaces
New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) protects against marital status discrimination. Employers cannot make employment decisions based on marital status. This includes hiring, promoting, demoting, or terminating employees.
Discrimination also covers employees with caregiving responsibilities for a spouse, parents involved in child-rearing, and workers with disabled spouses. The LAD ensures fair treatment, promoting an equitable workplace.
Key Considerations
The LAD prohibits marital status discrimination, but employers can have anti-nepotism policies. These policies may allow employers to terminate or refuse to hire employees due to familial ties, including marriage.
Federal laws do not explicitly protect against marital discrimination. However, caregivers may seek recourse under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the LAD. For example, legal action can be taken if termination follows FMLA leave. FMLA applies to employers with 50 or more employees, while New Jersey’s law applies to all employers.
What You Need to Know
Under the LAD, you can file a lawsuit for marital status discrimination without filing an administrative complaint first. To have a valid claim, you must show you belong to a protected class, meet job performance expectations, and faced adverse employment actions.
Our attorneys are skilled in proving these elements and protecting your rights. We handle administrative procedures and court litigation to achieve the best outcomes.
Potential Remedies
Successful claims may result in reinstatement, back pay, front pay, compensatory damages (e.g., emotional distress), punitive damages, and attorneys’ fees and costs.
Trust our legal team to secure just compensation and protect your reputation.
Contact Our Marital Status Discrimination Attorneys
If you face unfair treatment due to your marital status, seek representation from Castronovo & McKinney. Our experienced employment lawyers will effectively advocate for your rights. We work on a contingency basis, so we only get paid if we win compensation for you. Contact us for a free consultation and take the first step towards asserting your rights.