Charleston Discrimination Attorneys

In West Virginia and across the United States, employees have certain protections when seeking a job or a promotion. You should be hired or denied work opportunities based on your skills and qualifications, not because of your age, gender, race or other uncontrollable factors.

If you have faced discrimination from an employer, the attorneys at Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C., are dedicated to standing up for your rights and your career.

Types Of Discrimination Cases We Handle

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employers from acts of discrimination when hiring, promoting and terminating employees, as well as when making decisions regarding types of assignments and pay. However, despite this being the law, many employers still discriminate against qualified employees based on protected classifications.

Our attorneys can help represent you in cases of:

• Age discrimination
• Race discrimination
• Gender discrimination
• Pregnancy discrimination
• Religious discrimination
• Disability discrimination
• Nationality discrimination

You deserve the same employment opportunities as anyone else based on your merit and your experience, not because you look a certain way or practice a different religion than your employer. If you have been overlooked due to your age, denied a promotion because of your disability or unlawfully terminated because of a pregnancy, we are here to fight for your rights.

Our discrimination lawyers are not afraid to advocate on your behalf against employers of all types and sizes. We understand what’s at stake when it comes to your employment, and we are committed to helping you protect your career.

Recognizing Signs Of Workplace Discrimination

Everyone deserves a safe and respectful place to work, but employers may engage in certain discriminatory behaviors that can impact your career, your mental health and other areas of your life.

There are many signs of discrimination in the workplace, some more subtle than others. Here are the most common behaviors to watch out for:

• Unfair treatment, such as being expected to perform at a higher standard than other employees.
• Offensive or demeaning jokes and comments about your race, age, religion or other protected characteristics.
• Being paid less than others in the same position as you.
• Being excluded from meetings, work events or important job-related communications.
• Being denied opportunities for training or promotions that are given to employees in the same position with similar qualifications as you.
• A sudden increase or decrease in your daily workload can also be a sign of discrimination.
• A lack of reasonable accommodations for pregnant women or disabled people is often a sign of discrimination.

If you believe your employer is discriminating against you, it’s best to begin keeping track of the negative acts against you. You should also collect necessary evidence such as emails, audio recordings of conversations and witness statements. Our experienced discrimination lawyers can help you navigate these steps, so we have all the details to build a strong case against your employer.

Proudly Representing Charleston Employees

As the most populous city in West Virginia, Charleston is the headquarters for many significant companies, including the West Virginia-American Water Company, Charleston Stamping and Manufacturing, United Bank of West Virginia, Inc., and the region’s largest employer, the Charleston Area Medical Center. Health care, scientific and technical services, government, finance and insurance, and office and administrative support are some of the top jobs and industries in the city.

No matter what industry you’re in, discrimination can still happen. We represent clients from all walks of life and all types of employment. You deserve to be treated fairly as a person and employee, regardless of your race, gender, age or other factors. Our attorneys will support you every step of the way.

Let Us Help Protect Your Career Today

If you’re facing discrimination at your workplace, you need to speak with our Charleston employment lawyers as soon as possible. We will fight to protect your job and your rights against unlawful discriminatory practices.

Call us today at 304-521-4636 or email us online at your convenience.