Marital Status Discrimination in Port Republic, NJ
Employment decisions cannot be based on marital status. Whether you are married, divorced, single, separated, engaged, or in a same-sex partnership, your employer cannot treat you differently because of your personal relationships. If you experience discrimination in Port Republic, NJ, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC provides legal representation to enforce your rights.
Our Legal Approach
Our attorneys specialize in employment discrimination cases, handling claims in arbitration, administrative hearings, and state court. We combine negotiation expertise with trial experience to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Protections Under New Jersey Law
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) prohibits employers from making hiring, promotion, or termination decisions based on marital status. Federal law does not explicitly protect this category, giving New Jersey employees broader safeguards.
Unlawful employer actions may include:
- Refusing to hire or promote based on marital status
- Termination tied to marriage, divorce, or caregiving responsibilities
- Unequal treatment of employees responsible for family caregiving, including children or a spouse with a disability
LAD protections apply to all employers in New Jersey, regardless of size. This contrasts with federal laws, such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which only covers employers with 50 or more employees. Employees penalized for taking lawful leave or exercising caregiving responsibilities may be entitled to remedies under both LAD and FMLA.
Employer Policies and Limits
Employers may enforce anti-nepotism policies preventing family members, including spouses, from working together. These rules are allowed but cannot violate broader anti-discrimination protections.
Filing a Claim
To pursue a claim under the LAD, you must demonstrate that:
- You belong to a protected class based on marital status
- You met the employer’s job expectations
- You suffered an adverse employment action linked to your marital status
Lawsuits can be filed directly in court without an administrative complaint. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC develops cases for the Division of Civil Rights and state court, using negotiation, arbitration, or litigation to secure results.
Available Remedies
Successful claims may result in:
- Reinstatement to your position
- Back pay and front pay
- Compensation for emotional distress
- Punitive damages against the employer
- Recovery of attorney’s fees and costs
Contact Our Port Republic, NJ Employment Attorneys
If your employer discriminated against you because of your marital status, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is ready to fight for your rights. We operate on a contingency basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward holding your employer accountable.
