Federal and state laws prevent employment discrimination in Kings County, New York for certain protected classes.
Under federal law, an employer may not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, disability or age.
In many states, it is also illegal to discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. Discrimination could mean unfair hiring practices, creating a hostile work environment or unfair promotion schemes.
Contact a employment discrimination law attorney in Kings County, New York to discuss your case.
The NELA strives toward a world where employees are paid a living wage, that is free of employment discrimination, harassment or wrongful termination.
Lawyer Referral Service in Brooklyn, New York - The Brooklyn Bar Association sponsors a Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) that helps individuals and businesses throughout Brooklyn and Kings County, NY. More than 150 local attorneys participate in the LRS across a wide variety of practice areas. In exchange for a nominal $25 consultation fee, you can schedule a 30 minute consultation with the attorney. The fee is waived for personal injury, social security disability and workers’ compensation cases.