In the State of California, along with every state in the nation, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against a worker based on the worker’s religious beliefs and/or practices. While employment discrimination is illegal in every state of the nation, every state will have its own laws concerning discrimination.
If you are an employee who has been discriminated against because of your religion or religious based practices, it is important to seek the legal advice of an attorney who is well versed in California’s employment laws. The State of California has laws that protect individuals from discrimination and those who have suffered discrimination have the legal right to file a lawsuit against the employer for damages.
Below, you will find valuable information that could help you if you feel that you have been discriminated against. For more information regarding your specific case, speak to a knowledgeable attorney as soon as possible.
California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act
Based on California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act, it is unlawful for an employer to victimize a person based on religion or religious practices. This includes when a person is attempting to apply at a company. The Refusal to hire a person as a result of religious discrimination is in violation of not only California’s employment laws, but federal laws as well.
Under the Fair Employment and Housing Act, it is unlawful to discriminate against religion under the following:
- Refusal to hire a person,
- Refusal to elect a worker for training participation or a training program,
- Fire or discharge a worker, or
- Discriminate against a worker in terms of compensation, privileges, and/or workplace conditions
Protection under the Fair Employment and Housing Act can include, but is not limited to the following religious based practices:
- Clothing,
- Beliefs,
- Grooming practices,
- Creed, or
- Observance
Seek Legal Representation for Workplace Discrimination
Workers who have been discriminated against because of their religious beliefs or their religious practices have the legal right to file a claim against the employer. Discrimination can affect a person through various aspects including financially and emotionally.
It is worth noting that anti-discrimination laws are complex and are also subject to change. In effort of learning how the laws can protect your particular case, it is vital to seek the legal representation of a well-versed attorney who has experience in handling workplace discrimination cases.
If you or someone you know has been discriminated against for reasons regarding personal religious practices, it is important to seek the legal support of a knowledgeable attorney. A skilled attorney can help you file a claim, which could help you gain financial compensation for your grievances.
The attorneys at SANFORD A. KASSEL, A Professional Law Corporation have a passion and dedication in helping employees who have been discriminated against at their place of work. The law firm has many years of experience in championing for the rights of employees who have been wronged by their employer. They are highly skilled in the field of employment law. If you have been discriminated against at work, obtain the support of a law firm who will stand up for your rights.
