Orange County Race Discrimination Lawyer

California employees have the right to equal opportunities in the workplace, regardless of race, religion, age, or gender. The right to be free of racial discrimination during the hiring process and at work is a fundamental protection under both state and federal laws. Unfortunately, despite these protections and increased awareness, racial discrimination persists in Orange County workplaces.

If you’ve been discriminated against in the workplace due to your race, you have the right to file a complaint and a lawsuit against your employer. First, call our employment law firm to speak with an experienced Orange County race discrimination lawyer.

Why Call Sessions Kimball Employee Rights Attorneys About Your Experience With Racial Discrimination?

At Sessions Kimball, we are legal leaders in California’s employee rights protections. With our firm advocating for you in your race discrimination complaint, you’ll find the following advantages for your case:

Decades of experience navigating employee rights cases for our employees
A discrimination attorney in Orange County dedicated to your case and the collaborative efforts of the entire legal team and staff on your side
A law firm that passionately defends California’s employees against violations of their protected rights, including in egregious cases of race discrimination in Orange County

Taking on a challenging legal process is a daunting prospect. Fortunately, you don’t have to do it alone. Instead, our firm puts a powerful, confident voice behind your claim at no cost to you unless or until we’ve won your case or recovered an ample settlement for you.

Understanding Race Discrimination In Orange County Workplaces

Race discrimination occurs when an employee or job applicant receives less favorable treatment because of their race. This disfavor may occur during the hiring process, in the workplace, or when an employer considers promotions or opportunities. When this type of discrimination occurs on the basis of an employee’s or applicant’s race, skin color, ethnicity, or country of origin, it’s unlawful. Common examples of race discrimination include the following:

Using racial discrimination in hiring and firing decisions
Unequal or disparate treatment, such as assigning less favorable tasks, choosing less qualified candidates for promotion, or imposing harsher disciplinary measures or work requirements on an employee because of their race
Creating a hostile work environment, such as using racial slurs, making racial jokes, or displaying racist symbols
Significant disparities in pay between employees of different races for similar work
Separating or segregating employees based on race
Employer retaliation against an employee for reporting race discrimination or for filing a complaint

Employers are responsible for not discriminating against applicants or employees during the hiring process and in the workplace. An employer may be held liable for racial discrimination in its screening or testing process if the questions are intended to differentiate between applicants on the basis of race.

California’s Protections Against Racial Discrimination In the Workplace

The groundbreaking Civil Rights Act of 1964 made it illegal for employers to discriminate on the basis of race or skin color. Title V11 of this act also states the following:

“Title VII also prohibits employment decisions based on stereotypes and assumptions about abilities, traits, or the performance of individuals of certain racial groups.”

California’s state protections under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) expand these protections to apply to all employers with 5 or more employees, compared to those with 15 or more employees under the Civil Rights Act. State law also covers more protected categories of employees from discrimination.

In addition, FEHA also protects employees from discrimination based on both color alone, such as the lightness or darkness of the skin, and from race-related characteristics and medical conditions. For instance, “no facial hair” requirements discriminate against the genetic predisposition to dark-colored shaving bumps common among African-American men.

What Should I Do If I Experience Race Discrimination at Work In Orange County?

You don’t have to keep silent about discriminatory treatment. You can assert your legally protected right to equal treatment under state and federal law. If you’ve experienced disparate treatment at work or during the hiring process based on your race, it benefits your case to do the following:

Report the discrimination to your company’s HR department and ensure that there is a written record of the report
If the discriminatory practice or behavior continues despite the report, collect evidence of every interaction with the employer, including emails, texts, voicemails, and notes on dates, times, and subject matter for every meeting or interaction
Collect the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses to the discrimination

Finally, hire an attorney who will provide the legal guidance and representation you need to achieve justice and financial accountability.

When Should I Hire a Race Discrimination Lawyer In Orange County?

Determining whether you have a case for race discrimination may require a free consultation with an Orange County race discrimination lawyer. Your attorney will evaluate your case based on the following questions:

Are you a member of a protected class?
Are you qualified for the position you applied for, or performing well in your position?
Did you suffer measurable harm, such as not being hired for a position you were qualified for, or did you experience wrongful termination?
Were you denied a promotion?
Do you work in a hostile environment due to racial discrimination?

Hiring a race discrimination lawyer puts a strong legal advocate on your side throughout a process that requires careful adherence to filing requirements and deadlines, and substantial compelling evidence.

What Can I Get From Filing a Race Discrimination Case in Orange County?

Once your attorney from Sessions & Kimball has filed your race discrimination claim, they will assertively pursue an ample settlement for damages such as the following, depending on the circumstances of your case:

Compensation for lost back pay and future pay
Compensation for court costs and fees
Compensation for the emotional distress caused to you
Punitive damages if the employer’s actions were egregious in nature, malicious, or intentionally harmful

Every case is different, and so are the outcomes, but an experienced racial discrimination attorney prioritizes your best interests to maximize the compensation awarded to you in your case.

Call or Contact Sessions & Kimball Employee Rights Attorneys

Experiencing race discrimination in the workplace causes emotional anguish as well as adverse financial consequences. You deserve a renowned legal voice on your side. Call Sessions & Kimball today to learn more about your protected legal rights under both state and federal laws.