Job Discrimination Lawyers In Kentucky And Ohio
Job discrimination is a significant issue affecting all people across Northern Kentucky and Southern Ohio. It occurs when an employee or job applicant is treated unfairly because of specific characteristics, such as race, gender, age or disability, which are all protected under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Unfair treatment can involve hiring practices, promotions, salary decisions or job assignments. This discrimination harms individuals and creates a hostile work environment, which can affect a company’s overall productivity and morale. Employers and HR staff must know these issues to ensure a fair and respectful workplace.
With an office in Covington, the job discrimination attorneys at Gatlin Voelker, PLLC, can effectively address your job discrimination matter. These legal professionals have experience identifying potential issues. They understand workplace discrimination laws and can provide invaluable guidance. This can mean helping employers develop fair policies and practices, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. For employees who face discrimination in the workplace, our attorneys can offer advice on workers’ rights and help navigate the often complex legal process, fighting back with lawsuits or settlements. By working with us, employers, human resource staff and employees can better understand their roles, responsibilities and rights, which fosters a fairer workplace.
Types Of Job Discrimination
Discrimination comes in many forms, but five of the most common are:
- Race: Race or ethnicity adversely affects hiring practices, promotions or workplace harassment.
- Gender: Employees may face discrimination based on their gender, such as earning less than their counterparts in similar positions or not getting promotions. It can also include unfair treatment due to pregnancy.
- Age: Discrimination often affects older employees who face bias in hiring or layoffs.
- Disability: Employees with disabilities may not get reasonable accommodations. Employers must ensure that all employees have equal access and opportunities.
- Religious: Employees may face unfair treatment because of their observance of religious holidays or harassment for their beliefs.
Proving A Discrimination Case
To prove a discrimination case, employees must demonstrate the mistreatment due to a protected characteristic. First, they need to show that they belong to a protected class such as a specific race or gender. Next, they must provide evidence of unfair treatment, including denied promotion or facing harassment. It’s also important to show that the employer treated other workers in similar situations differently. Gathering documentation such as emails or performance reviews and having witnesses can strengthen the case. An employment law attorney can be instrumental in collecting and presenting this evidence effectively. By understanding these steps, employees and employers can work toward preventing and addressing discrimination in the workplace.
Legal Services For Discrimination Cases
Enduring harassment or discrimination at work can be extremely taxing on an individual and can harm your reputation, work performance and family life. We will take your story seriously and assist you in evaluating possible claims so you fully understand the benefits and risks of pursuing them in or out of court. Our services include:
- Evaluating claims
- Providing unemployment guidance
- Identifying and classifying discrimination
- Defending the client in court
- Determining wrongful termination
Our lawyers are available to provide compassionate assistance and expertise.
The Importance Of Hiring An Employment Law Attorney
Companies and employees will benefit from hiring an employment law attorney to resolve this complex issue. Contact Gatlin Voelker at +1-859-535-0155] or schedule your appointment on this website’s intake page.
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