California Discrimination Lawyer
Even in this day and age, discrimination is rampant in many areas of society, from employment to housing to school to other parts of everyday life. Discrimination refers to unfair or prejudicial treatment of a person based on a protected characteristic, such as their race or gender.
Discrimination is against state and federal law. This law makes it illegal to discriminate against someone based on their protected class. It is also illegal to retaliate against someone because they complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination lawsuit. Contact the experienced California discrimination lawyers at The Garza Firm for more information or immediate assistance.
Discrimination Based On Protected Status Is Prohibited
Discrimination based on protected categories are prohibited by state and federal law. Protected categories include race, national origin and gender. Â Discrimination can occur at work, school or other parts of everyday life. Workplace discrimination can occur in connection with terminations, demotions, and failure to promote or hire. Employees also must be protected from a hostile work environment based on gender, gender identity and other protected criteria. A hostile work environment can include offensive comments made by managers, supervisors or co-workers.
The Stress of Discrimination
Discrimination is a serious issue — a lot more serious than many people think. It can lead to chronic stress, which can cause various physical and mental health problems. Even perceived discrimination can cause anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other health issues.
Just being a member of a group that is often discriminated against can be stressful. For example, those who are racial minorities can face a lot of stress. When a person anticipates discrimination, they can cause themselves to suffer from chronic stress. Some people go out of their way to avoid discrimination, which can cause them to miss out on job opportunities.
Contact The Garza Firm Today
Discrimination in the workplace is a stressful situation. It can lead to a lot of physical and mental health problems. You may feel constant anxiety about your job performance and whether or not you will get fired.
You should never accept discrimination. Get legal help right away by contacting The Garza Firm today. Our California discrimination lawyers can help you understand the processes for holding your employer accountable. Fill out the online form or call (949) 570-8350 to schedule a consultation today.