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Employment discrimination happens when a person or group of people are treated unfairly by their employer due to their race, sex, religion, disability or age. Workplace discrimination certainly seems like the type of thing that should have been safely relegated to the dustbin of history by now. While many Minneapolis–St. Paul workplaces are inclusive, diverse environments, there are still some employers that cling to discriminatory practices.
To counter these occurrences, there are federal and state laws which aim to protect employees and job candidates from unlawful discrimination in the workplace.
If you’re a victim of workplace discrimination, it’s important to know your rights and take legal action if necessary. These anti-discrimination laws can be confusing, which is why you may want to consider consulting with an experienced employment discrimination attorney who can help you navigate through the complexities of your case and negotiate a favorable settlement.
Employee discrimination can take many forms. Most employers are aware of anti-discrimination laws and may try to disguise a discriminatory tactic as something else to avoid legal trouble. Some common manifestations of workplace discrimination include:
Under the Minnesota Human Rights Act , it is illegal for employers to discriminate against their employees and job candidates based on the following reasons:
If you feel comfortable doing so, consider speaking to the person or people engaging in the discriminatory actions. Point out specific examples and request that they stop. In some instances, this will be enough to make people realize they have crossed the line and must stop the behavior. However, if the discrimination continues, you should file a complaint with your employer’s human resources department. Your employer is legally obligated to investigate your complaint and take proper measures, including terminating employees responsible for the discriminatory actions.
It’s also advisable to keep a journal in which you can document all the discriminatory events that have occurred. Be as specific as possible and include specific dates, times, locations and the names of people who may have witnessed the discrimination.
If your employer is aware of the discrimination but the problem persists, it may be time to reach out to a Minnesota employment lawyer for help. A skilled lawyer can help you gather necessary evidence, communicate with your employer on your behalf, file a discrimination claim with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and negotiate a fair settlement.
If you have been discriminated against at work or have questions about workplace laws , contact the Minnesota Lawyer Referral and Information Service (MNLRIS). Our referral counselors can help you find the legal assistance you need.
Call (612) 752-6699 to get started.
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