New York City Employment Discrimination Lawyers
New York City Attorneys Advocating for Victims of Employment Discrimination
Were you discriminated against at work? Perhaps you didn’t get a job due to your race, or were denied a promotion because you have a disability. Maybe you were repeatedly harassed on the job for your religious beliefs. Whatever the case, New York City employers are forbidden from treating you poorly based on a “protected class.” When this occurs, it is known as employment discrimination—and victims may be entitled to compensation from the offending employers.
Employment Discrimination does not just affect your professional life – it can destroy your self-esteem and have negative social and psychological effects for years to come. At the Arcé Law Group, our New York City attorneys have helped countless employment discrimination victims across Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and Queens. Put our experience and dedication to work for you. Call today for a free initial consultation with one of our employment discrimination attorneys.
How do I Know if I’ve Been Discriminated Against in New York City?
In New York, most employees are hired “at will,” meaning your employer can fire you at any time for any reason or for no reason at all. However, there are notable exceptions, such as when you have been the victim of employment discrimination based on a protected class. So, how do you know if you have been discriminated against?
That’s often difficult question to answer because “outright” discrimination is rare. Most employers won’t directly say, “I’m not hiring you because you are black,” or “You’re not getting this promotion because you are gay.” Cues are usually more subtle and employees frequently don’t even realize they are being discriminated against at first.
However, according to New York City and State law, you cannot be discriminated at work against based on the following protected classes:
- Age
- Gender/sex
- Disability
- Pregnancy
- Sexual orientation
- Alienage or Citizenship Status
- Arrest or Conviction Record
- Unemployment Status
- Race
- Gender Identity
- Religion
- Criminal history
- Marital Status or Partnership Status
- Status as Victim of Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, or Stalking
- Credit History
- Sexual Harassment
In New York City, workers are protected by the New York City Human Rights Law and the New York State Human Rights Law. Federal law – specifically Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act — might apply in your case as well, but it is not as inclusive as the local laws. For example city and state laws apply to employers with four or more employees, while federal law only covers companies with 15 or more employees. Additionally, Title VII doesn’t cover certain “protected traits,” such as credit history or arrest record.
What are Considered “Discriminatory Acts” Under New York law?
According to the Law, “discrimination” applies to all aspects of employment, including:
- Hiring
- Work assignments
- Promotions
- Benefits
- Disciplinary actions
- Termination
- Salary
- Demotions
- Performance reviews
- Recruitment
To sum up, your employer cannot treat you differently or make any decisions about your employment based on your race, religion, sex, disability, or other inclusion in a “protected class.”
If you have questions about how the law applies to your case, consult with an NYC attorney at the Arcé Law Group to learn more about your employment rights.
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Contact a New York City Employment Lawyer Right Away
To learn more about the New York City and State Human Rights Acts, Title VII, and your rights, speak with an experienced NYC employment discrimination lawyer at the Arcé Law Group Contact us today at (866) 426-7182 to talk to an employment law attorney about your New York discrimination case. You can also contact us online.
From our office in Manhattan, we serve employees throughout the five boroughs, including the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. Our employment discrimination attorneys also help clients in New Jersey and Philadelphia.
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