Maryland Discrimination Attorney

Facing discrimination at work can be overwhelming, leaving you unsure of where to turn or how to protect your rights. If you’ve been denied opportunities, harassed, or treated unfairly because of your race, gender, age, religion, or another protected status, you may be entitled to take legal action.

At JD James Law, we stand up for employees who have suffered from workplace discrimination in Maryland. Our team of employment lawyers knows how challenging it can be to prove unlawful treatment, but we have the experience and resources to help you build a strong case. We are committed to holding employers accountable and fighting for the compensation you deserve.

Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with a Maryland discrimination attorney who will guide you through your options and advocate for your rights every step of the way.

Who Is Protected Under Maryland Discrimination Laws?

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from workplace discrimination based on:

• Race
• Color
• Religion
• Sex
• National origin

In addition to Title VII, other federal laws also safeguard workers from unfair treatment. For example, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) prohibits employers from discriminating against individuals because of their age.

Types of Discrimination in the Workplace

You can pursue a claim if you were the victim of overt or clear discrimination. This may include an employer firing all older workers, refusing to hire women, or not promoting someone because of their race. 

You can also make a claim based on disparate impact discrimination, which happens if there is an employment requirement that is not essential to the job that disqualifies more people of a protected class. For example, if there is a pre-employment exam that men fail more often than women, that exam could be an example of unlawful discrimination unless there is a bona fide job-related reason that makes it necessary. 

Finally, you can file a claim if a hostile work environment was created because of your protected status. This occurs when you are frequently made uncomfortable or are subject to unreasonable behavior based on your protected status. 

Being a victim of any of these types of discrimination can be devastating to your mental health and can impact your work prospects. As a result, you have a right to pursue a claim for damages. 

How Can JD James Law Help if You Were Discriminated Against?

Our Maryland discrimination attorneys are here for you if you have been discriminated against. We can help you:

• Identify those responsible for the unlawful discrimination: Typically, you can pursue a claim against your employer in any situation where you were the victim of workplace discrimination, although there are differences in what you must prove depending on the type of discrimination you are claiming. 
• Gather evidence to prove unlawful discrimination occurred: We can help you build a strong claim demonstrating that discrimination occurred and that you suffered as a result. 
• Demonstrate your damages: It’s up to you to show how badly you were damaged, both financially and emotionally, in order to maximize your recovery from discrimination. Our team of Maryland attorneys will help you to prove the extent of your loss. 
• Resolve your claim through the best possible method: Whether your case is resolved through settlement or in court, we can stand by your side.

Contact a Maryland Discrimination Lawyer Today for Help 

JD James Law has a long history of representing those damaged by unfair treatment at work. To find out more about how a discrimination attorney in Maryland can help, give us a call today at (844) 455-2637 to schedule your free consultation.