New York City Discrimination Lawyer
Going to work every day should feel safe and fair. Unfortunately, many workers face unfair treatment because of who they are. If you are dealing with bias, hostility, or unfair treatment at work, a New York City discrimination lawyer can help you protect your rights. At JD James Law, an experienced New York City employment attorney will stand up for employees who have been wronged by their employers.
Why Choose Us at JD James Law
When you are dealing with trouble at work, you need a legal team you can trust. Here is why workers choose our firm:
- Direct access to your attorney: You will not be passed off when you have questions about your case. You can speak directly with your lawyer and get clear answers.
- No win, no fee: We work on a contingency fee basis. This means you do not pay legal fees unless we win money for your case.
- Ready to stand up to employers: We are not afraid to hold companies and institutions accountable when they treat workers unfairly.
What is Workplace Discrimination?
Workplace discrimination happens when an employer treats an employee or job applicant poorly because of a protected personal trait. These traits may include race, color, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or another protected status.
This unfair treatment can take many forms. It can include getting fired, passed over for a promotion, paid less, denied training, given worse job duties, or written up for reasons that do not apply to others. Discrimination can also happen during the hiring process if an employer refuses to hire someone for an unlawful reason.
Harassment may also be a form of discrimination. This can happen when a boss’s or coworker’s behavior creates a hostile work environment that makes it hard for you to do your job. Offensive jokes, insults, slurs, threats, or repeated comments may all be part of a larger pattern of discrimination.
Types of Workplace Discrimination Cases We Handle
Federal, state, and local laws protect workers from discrimination. At JD James Law, we handle cases involving unfair treatment based on many protected traits, including:
- Race, color, and national origin: Being treated differently because of your skin color, background, accent, or where you or your family are from
- Sex and gender: Includes gender discrimination, sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, and unfair treatment based on gender identity or sexual orientation
- Age: Discriminating against workers who are 40 years old or older
- Disability: Failing to provide reasonable accommodations or treating a worker unfairly because of a physical or mental health condition
- Religion: Unfair treatment based on religious beliefs, clothing, practices, or requests for reasonable religious accommodations
We also help workers with retaliation claims. Your employer cannot punish you for reporting discrimination, requesting accommodations, helping with an investigation, or speaking up about unlawful treatment.
How Long Do I Have to File a Discrimination Claim in New York?
In New York, the rules for filing a claim depend on whether you file with a city, state, or federal agency, or whether you file a lawsuit in court. Some New York discrimination claims may allow up to three years, but agency deadlines, such as the EEOC’s, can be shorter.
Call an Experienced New York City Discrimination Lawyer Today
If you have been treated unfairly at work, JD James Law is here to listen to your story and explain your options. Call today to schedule your free consultation and learn how a New York City discrimination lawyer can help.