What is Discrimination?
The area of practice called discrimination law covers incidents of unequal or unfair treatment based on a person's age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic makeup, and other personal characteristics. Specific states can have their unique discrimination laws.
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Individuals who possess one of these personal characteristics are said to belong to a "protected class." Discrimination may occur in many different aspects of everyday life. For example:
Applying for a job
Obtaining a loan or mortgage
Being passed over for a promotion at work
Attempting to rent an apartment
Being unable to access a store or restaurant due to a disability
Our Los Angeles Labor and Employment Attorney is experienced in investigating, negotiating, and successfully litigating employment discrimination claims and has helped numerous employees across all types of industries achieve favorable outcomes and obtain compensation for their injuries.
Types of Unlawful Discrimination:
There are many personal characteristics protected under the law. Some of the most common kinds of claims handled by our Los Angeles discrimination attorneys:
Disability Discrimination. It is illegal to discriminate against a worker because of his or her physical or mental disability. Disabilities can be either short-term or long-term.
Age Discrimination Attorney. It is illegal for an employer to discriminate against employees based on age.
Gender and Pregnancy Discrimination. Employers are prohibited from treating employees differently because of their gender, as well as discriminating against employees due to pregnancy or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.
Race and National Origin Discrimination. It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against employees because of their race, color, ancestry, or national origin.
If you were discriminated against in Los Angeles and are considering legal action against your employer, Marcarian Law Firm can review the situation during a free consultation. We will explain what discrimination lawyers can do in an employment discrimination case and advise you of your legal options.
Marcarian Law Firm P.C. assists in its partnership with an independent public interest law firm, the Whistleblower Legal Defense and Education Fund. Whistleblowers can fill out a secure intake form that allows whistleblowers to submit basic information about their cases on a confidential basis.