NYC National Origin Discrimination Lawyers
At Eisenberg & Baum, LLP, we stand up for people who face job discrimination based on their national origin. Both federal and New York law protect people against heritage-based discrimination at work. If you are authorized to work in the U.S., you should not have to deal with job discrimination.
Our firm has a long history of fighting for people who are facing discrimination. Our national origin discrimination lawyers are ready to fight for you.
We offer a free initial consultation so you can learn your rights and discuss your options. We take job discrimination cases on a contingency-fee basis. This means you owe us nothing unless we win your case. Located in Manhattan, we represent clients facing ethnic origin discrimination anywhere in the U.S.
What Is National Origin Discrimination?
National origin discrimination is distinct from discrimination based on race or color. It specifically targets people because of their nation of origin – or because of an employer’s perception of their nation of origin. It can also involve discrimination based on someone’s accent or ethnic dress. Or, it could involve discrimination based on citizenship or immigration status.
It is unlawful to make hiring, firing, assignment, promotion, layoff or other employment decisions based on someone’s national origin.
Discrimination also includes allowing harassment based on your heritage, when the harassment is severe enough to create a hostile work environment. It is also illegal to retaliate against someone who makes a good-faith discrimination complaint.
What Are Some Examples Of National Origin Discrimination In The Workplace?
Heritage-based discrimination comes in many forms, such as:
- Refusing to hire workers from specific countries or regions
- Deciding to hire only U.S. citizens or permanent residents
- Refusing to hire someone with an accent, even though it would not significantly interfere with their job duties
- Setting an “English only” policy when English language skills are not necessary for the job
- Permitting harassment that targets national origin
- Giving people less favorable assignments due to their national origin
- Withholding benefits based on a worker’s national origin
- Firing or choosing people for a layoff based on their national origin.
These practices are not only unfair but illegal. Our national origin discrimination lawyers can assist you in determining whether you have a valid discrimination claim.
What Laws Protect Employees From National Origin Discrimination In New York State And Nationally?
Both the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) and the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) prohibit national origin discrimination at work. Employers must not base any hiring or job-related decision on a person’s national origin, accent or perceived background. This law applies to all employers, regardless of size.
Federally, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 also prohibits workplace national origin discrimination. And, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 forbids basing recruitment, hiring or firing decisions on citizenship or immigration status .These laws apply nationwide.
An experienced national origin discrimination lawyer from Eisenberg & Baum, LLP can help you understand how these laws apply in your case.
Facing National Origin Discrimination At Work? Contact Us For A Free Consultation.
If you suspect job discrimination based on your national origin, reach out to Eisenberg & Baum, LLP. Our experienced national origin discrimination lawyers are dedicated to fighting for justice for you. Call us at 212-353-8700 or email us today to schedule your free consultation.