Hollywood Discrimination Lawyer

Hollywood Discrimination Attorney

Workplace discrimination isn’t just unfair. It’s illegal. Those who face different treatment at work due to race, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, or another protected status may be able to seek justice through legal means. A Hollywood discrimination lawyer can guide you through the legal process and help you seek the justice you deserve.

Why Choose Us?

At The Law Office of Michelle Cohen Levy, P.A., we understand that taking a stand against workplace discrimination can be an intimidating experience. Our dedication ensures that each client receives human treatment instead of becoming a mere case file. Our attorneys bring extensive experience spanning many years and sincere dedication to advocating for employee rights. We can help you fight against injustice in the workplace.

Employment Discrimination in Florida

Federal and state statutes like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Florida Statutes §760.10 prohibit employment discrimination. This means that an employer cannot discriminate against an employee, including hiring, firing, giving promotions, unequal pay, or other employment terms, based on protected characteristics. Forms of discrimination include:

• Racial discrimination. Being treated differently (usually unfairly) due to your race or ethnicity. The unfair treatment could be harassment or being unfairly or irrationally disciplined. Understanding how even appearance policies can become discriminatory helps employees recognize more subtle forms of workplace bias.
• Sexual harassment. This could include facing unwanted sexual advances or crude remarks based on your gender.
• Disability discrimination. This could include refusing to provide reasonable accommodations or mistreating an employee due to their disability.
• Discrimination based on age. Usually, age discrimination applies to individuals aged 40 or older.
• Religious discrimination. This can include failing to provide accommodations for religious reasons, such as denying space for an individual to pray.
• Retaliation. This includes giving adverse employment actions such as firing, demoting, or giving unfavorable job duties because an employee reported unfair, unsafe, or illegal practices.

While some employers actively work to prevent discrimination through training and clear policies, others ignore these basic protections entirely. Knowing how to prevent workplace discrimination starts with understanding what protections employees should expect from their employers.

Florida Discrimination Laws

Florida’s legal system offers significant protection to workers but requires them to follow rigorous procedures when submitting claims. Workers have to submit their complaints about discrimination to the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) within a 300-day timeframe following the discriminatory incident.

An employer’s discrimination can lead to a valid legal claim even if termination has not occurred. A discrimination case can be based on occurrences such as harassment at work, demotions without cause, unfair disciplinary measures, blocked promotions, and unequal wages. Hollywood’s close location to the EEOC Miami District Office allows employees to access support services more easily.

Florida Discrimination Statistics

Even though employers know that discrimination is against the law, it still happens often. In 2022, 5,192 charges were brought to the EEOC in Florida. Of these 5,192 charges, the following was found:

• 1,551 charges were brought for racial reasons
• 1,550 were based on sex
• 604 were based on national origin
• 367 were based on religion

These numbers show the importance of knowing your legal rights and the necessity of having legal representation to help you through the process.

Common Signs of Workplace Discrimination

Discrimination isn’t always obvious, especially when coming from an employer. Employers typically want to shield themselves from legal action, so discrimination can take a more hidden or obscure form. Some signs to look for that may point to discrimination include:

• Sudden negative performance reviews, particularly after you either reported your employer for adverse actions or requested medical leave, especially if you have a history of positive reviews prior.
• Being passed over for a promotion if you are qualified.
• Constant offensive jokes, slurs, or comments about your race, disability, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.
• Being harassed after requesting special accommodations for religious reasons or a disability.

If you’ve experienced any of these or any other similar suspicious related behaviors, you may have grounds for a discrimination claim. Recognizing these warning signs is one thing – knowing exactly what to do when you experience them is what really protects your rights. An attorney can look at the evidence and inform you of your options.

How a Hollywood Discrimination Lawyer Can Help

A discrimination lawyer from The Law Office of Michelle Cohen Levy, P.A. can assist you throughout the legal process. The initial step is for them to assess your case details to establish if your claim is strong enough to proceed. An attorney can assist in collecting essential pieces of evidence, including documentation, witness statements, and employment records that support your case.

An attorney can take on the responsibility of submitting complaints to relevant agencies such as the EEOC or FCHR. They can fight for your rights while seeking fair compensation for your losses through settlement negotiations or court representation.

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Contact The Law Office of Michelle Cohen Levy, P.A. Today

If you have faced discrimination at work, The Law Office of Michelle Cohen Levy, P.A. can help fight for your rights so that you receive the compensation and justice you deserve. Contact us today to learn more.