Workplace Discrimination
Your Rights Are Protected by State and Federal Law
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On the state level, discrimination is prohibited by the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA). On the federal level, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes many forms of employment discrimination unlawful. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is a federal agency that was part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The EEOC enforces civil rights laws against workplace discrimination. Even in an at-will state like Florida, the EEOC protects employees from all forms of discrimination.
Have You Been Unfairly Treated in the Workplace? Contact Chanfrau & Chanfrau, Attorneys at Law
If you were wrongfully discriminated against in your workplace or potential place of employment, you need to contact a licensed workplace discrimination attorney. To stand up for your rights and get the compensation you are owed, you must collect and present compelling evidence that proves wrongdoing on the part of an employer. Hiring an attorney, like the team at our Florida-based law firm, is the surest way to accomplish this.
Contact our law firm to request your consultation. Our law offices in Daytona Beach, DeLand, and Palm Coast serve Port Orange, Holly Hill, Flagler Beach, and the surrounding communities.
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Daytona Beach, FL
2023
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Daytona Beach, FL
2023
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View on GoogleThe Types of Employment Discrimination
The first step in making an employment discrimination claim is to identify the type of discrimination that took place.
Age
Employees age 40 years or older are protected by federal law from unfair treatment at work based on their age.
Gender
Workers and applicants are entitled to equal treatment and equal employment opportunities regardless of gender.
Race
It is unlawful for employers to promote one worker over another or set salaries for the same position at different rates based on race.
Pregnancy
An expecting mother is entitled to the same benefits and considerations as every other worker or applicant.
Disability
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination toward workers with physical disabilities. Employers are also required to provide ADA access to their facilities.
Religion
Discrimination on the job for holding certain religious beliefs is unlawful. These beliefs can include what is generally considered traditional religions as well as other belief systems.
National Origin
It is unlawful to discriminate against an employee who is legally permitted to work in the U.S. based on their country of origin.
Sexual Orientation
It is unlawful for employers to discriminate based on sexual orientation.
Genetic Information
An employee or applicant's genetic predisposition may make them more likely to require costly health care. Discrimination based on genetic information is grounds for legal action.
Standing With Victims of Workplace Discrimination
It is against the law for your employer to treat you differently because of your age, sex, religion, or other protected class. If you believe you have been discriminated against in the workplace, call our workplace discrimination lawyers. We will listen to your story and help you determine the steps to take for a resolution in your favor.
A Closer Look at Gender Discrimination
Under both federal and Florida state law, it is illegal for an employer to treat employees or applicants inequitably due to their gender or sex.
Any actions that create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment can be considered gender discrimination.
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Our family of attorneys, W. M. Chanfrau, Sr., William Chanfrau, Jr., and Kelly Chanfrau, has served Florida for 50 years. Our clients are our priority. We will fight for you and your rights to get you the compensation you are owed. We are well-established within Daytona Beach, Holly Hill, DeLand, Bunnell, Ormond Beach, and other surrounding Florida beach communities. We have the resources to provide and retain investigators to help gather evidence and support your case.
For dedicated representation that fights for you and your employment rights, contact our Florida law firm.
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A Deeper Look at Racial Discrimination Knowing Your Rights to a Safe and Fair Work Environment
Under the Florida Civil Rights Act it is unlawful for an employer to discriminate on the basis of race.
Employment laws governing racial discrimination cover a wide range of potential issues. Knowing your rights and how you are protected will help you know when to hire an attorney to get the compensation you are owed. Below are some forms of racial discrimination that can earn you restitution under state and federal employment laws.
Derogatory Remarks
You should hire an attorney if you have been the target of race-related derogatory remarks within the workplace.
Unequal Pay
You could be entitled to compensation if you are being underpaid because of your race.
Racially Offensive Symbols
Contact our attorneys if someone in your workplace is displaying racially offensive symbols that make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.
Association
It is unlawful for you to be discriminated against if you are married to a person of a different race or are involved in any association or group generally associated with a minority group.
Exclusion
Being physically segregated from employees of a different race or excluded from activities that involve customer interaction when workers of another race are included are forms of racial discrimination.
Two Classes of Racial Discrimination Disparate Treatment vs. Disparate Impact Discrimination
Disparate Treatment
This alleges that an employer singled you out and treated you differently than others in similar positions due to your race. Your employer could discriminate on physical characteristics like skin color, hair texture, facial features, or any other traits associated with your race.
Disparate Impact Discrimination
This form of racial discrimination occurs when an employer's neutral policies impact you disproportionately due to your race. This could include banning hairstyles like cornrow braids or dreadlocks. This form of discrimination can make the employee feel less welcome.
Have You Faced Racial Harassment? Here Are the Steps You Should Take to Build Your Case
When you hire one of our Florida attorneys, we will work tirelessly to build your case and fight for your rights. Below are some steps you can take to aid the process.
No one should have to face racial harassment in the workplace. If you are, our attorneys will fight to correct or punish this behavior.
Chanfrau & Chanfrau Fights for You We Protect Your Rights
Our employment discrimination attorneys work to collect the maximum level of compensation for your discrimination case. We understand the emotional, financial, and mental toll dealing with workplace discrimination can bring. We are in your corner to help make the process as stress-free as possible and still get you a justified outcome. Our Florida law firm represents clients in DeLand, New Smyrna, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Holly Hill, Flagler, and beyond. Contact us today if you need quality legal representation.
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Bunni
Daytona Beach, FL
2023
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Palm Coast, FL
2023
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View on GooglePregnant Women Have Rights in the Florida Workplace
Every woman is entitled to equal opportunity in the workplace, including women who are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act protects the rights of pregnant workers so they can receive fair and equal treatment at their place of employment, and the Florida Civil Rights Act was amended to prohibit employers from discriminating based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. You could be entitled to compensation if you have experienced:
Wrongful Termination
If you were fired because your employer felt you could not complete your job due to your pregnancy, or because they were concerned about your health during pregnancy, you could be entitled to compensation.
Harassment
You could have a workplace discrimination case if you have been subject to derogatory comments, threats, insults, or offensive jokes due to your pregnancy.
Missed Opportunity
You could have an employment discrimination case if you were passed up for a promotion or were not hired due to your pregnancy.
Unsatisfactory Work Environment
It is unlawful for an employer to force an employee to change jobs or take time off due to her pregnancy. It is also unlawful for them to not provide reasonable accommodations in the workplace.
A Deep Dive Into the ADA
Since 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act has prohibited discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including the workplace. Individuals with disabilities are deserving of the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. Companies are required to provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities and employers are prohibited from discriminating based on mental or physical disabilities.
If you were passed over for a promotion despite being the most qualified candidate, are being paid a lower wage than other workers who are performing the same job, or are being harassed due to your disability, our attorneys in Daytona Beach, DeLand, and Palm Coast can help you deal with these injustices and make things right for other disabled workers in the future.
Understanding Religious Discrimination
Federal and Florida laws prohibit employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of sincerely held religious beliefs. This can include traditional religions like Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism, as well as nontraditional beliefs. Religious discrimination can include:
- Failure to accommodate certain religious attire
- Requiring employees to participate in activities that are against their beliefs
- Unfair treatment if an employee's religious beliefs do not align with their employer's
- Refusal to modify work schedules in accordance with prayer and other religious events
- The creation of a hostile work environment that involves derogatory jokes, slurs, and comments
If your employer is discriminating against you on the basis of religious, ethical, or moral beliefs, contact our team.
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Rose Williams
Palm Coast, FL
2023
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Daytona Beach, FL
2023
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