Brooklyn has experienced significant growth in its number of businesses, and small businesses in particular, account for a majority of the borough’s new business applications. While representing many different industries, most businesses with at least four employees must grant their workers certain rights, including the right not to be discriminated against due to gender, race, nationality, disability, or sexual orientation.
Unfortunately, discrimination does happen to employees in Brooklyn and across New York despite existing federal and state laws designed to protect them. If you believe you were discriminated against in the workplace, our Brooklyn-oriented employment discrimination lawyer could help you understand your legal options.
A patchwork of laws exists covering various scenarios involving gender-based employment discrimination, including the federal Civil Rights Act and Equal Pay Act, as well as the state and city Human Rights Law. Some examples of gender-based employment discrimination that violates these laws include:
Those who have experienced what they believe to be gender-based employment discrimination in Brooklyn should strongly consider speaking with our office to better understand this area of law.
The federal and state laws regarding discrimination in the workplace are similar, but cover slightly different situations. An employment discrimination lawyer understands the complexities of these laws and how they apply to specific instances of gender-based discrimination. Therefore, our office could provide guidance to Brooklyn employees and advocate on their behalf in settlement negotiations in or out of court. We know how to gather the evidence and testimony needed to prove discrimination occurred, provide emotional support and protection against retaliation, file a lawsuit, and present a case in court.
Depending on the facts of a case, when an attorney proves that a Brooklyn employer practiced gender-based discrimination, they could be ordered to hire, reinstate, or promote the targeted employee. In some cases, compensation may be available, including back pay, the value of lost benefits, and compensation for pain and suffering the employee experienced as a result of the discrimination.
Employment discrimination can leave workers with significant financial losses and emotional distress. Our legal team works collaboratively to protect workers’ rights and advocate for the best possible outcome to their claims. Contact us today to speak with an employment discrimination lawyer at B.K. Robinson Law, P.C. about your case.