Workplace discrimination can have a profound impact on your career, finances, and emotional well-being. If you live or work in Atlantic County, NJ and believe you’ve been treated unfairly due to your race, gender, age, religion, disability, or other protected status, it’s important to understand your legal rights and take action. No one should be subjected to bias or inequality in the workplace—and New Jersey law offers strong protections for employees.
What Constitutes Employment Discrimination?
Employment discrimination occurs when an employer takes adverse action against an employee or job applicant based on a protected characteristic. This includes:
- Race, color, or national origin
- Sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation
- Age (40 and older)
- Religion or creed
- Disability or perceived disability
- Pregnancy or family status
- Military service or marital status
Discrimination can appear in hiring, promotions, pay, training opportunities, termination, or the enforcement of workplace policies. Harassment and hostile work environments based on these traits are also forms of illegal discrimination.
Examples of Discrimination in the Workplace
- Being passed over for promotion due to age or gender
- Receiving lower pay than colleagues for the same work
- Harassing jokes or comments based on religion or race
- Unjust termination following a pregnancy announcement or leave request
- Refusal to provide reasonable accommodations for a disability
New Jersey’s Anti-Discrimination Laws
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) is one of the strongest employment rights laws in the country. It prohibits discriminatory practices and retaliation against employees who report, oppose, or file complaints about discrimination. Employers are also required to take steps to prevent discrimination and address issues promptly when reported.
What to Do If You’ve Been Discriminated Against
- Document incidents with dates, names, and descriptions
- Save any relevant communications (emails, texts, reviews)
- Report the behavior to your supervisor or HR department
- Contact an experienced employment lawyer to assess your case
How Castronovo & McKinney Can Help
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is a premier New Jersey employment law firm helping clients throughout Atlantic County stand up to workplace discrimination. Their attorneys have extensive experience handling cases involving race, gender, disability, pregnancy, age, and more.
They’ll thoroughly evaluate your situation, protect your rights, and pursue the compensation you deserve—whether through a settlement or litigation in court.
If you’re ready to take legal action, Atlantic County Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys are ready to stand by your side.
Potential Compensation in Discrimination Cases
- Back pay and lost benefits
- Compensation for emotional distress
- Punitive damages for egregious conduct
- Reinstatement or front pay
- Attorney’s fees and legal costs
Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Today
New Jersey Office:
71 Maple Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.920.7888
Fax: 973.920.7924
New York Office:
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1830
New York, NY 10170
Phone: 646.755.3781
Fax: 646.755.3781
Discrimination has no place in the workplace. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation and take the first step toward protecting your rights in Atlantic County.
