Los Angeles Discrimination Lawyers
Fighting for Employees in Los Angeles County, Orange County & the Inland Empire
Workplace discrimination undermines fairness, equality, and respect for individual dignity. Under state and federal employment law, discrimination refers to the unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on personal characteristics protected by law.
At The Work Justice Firm, our accomplished team of attorneys is exclusively devoted to protecting employees' rights and best interests across the greater Los Angeles region and in the Bakersfield area. We are committed to helping clients in all industries and at every level of employment by pursuing legal remedies that create a fair, safe, and productive workplace.
Reserve an appointment for a free consultation with a Los Angeles discrimination attorney at The Work Justice Firm by calling (323) 675-3337 or contacting us online. Hablamos español.
Common Workplace Discrimination Practices
Discrimination can occur in many aspects of employment, including but not limited to the following.
- Hiring practices: Refusing to hire or consider qualified candidates due to a protected characteristic.
- Promotions and career advancement: Overlooking employees for promotions or opportunities based on bias rather than merit.
- Wage or benefits disparities: Paying unequal wages or providing disparate employee benefits based on discriminatory reasons.
- Wrongful termination: Firing an employee due to their race, gender, disability, or other protected trait rather than job performance.
- Harassment: Creating a hostile work environment through verbal, physical, or psychological abuse linked to protected characteristics.
Employee Protections Against Workplace Discrimination
In California, workplace discrimination is prohibited under both federal and state laws, with stronger protections provided at the state level.
Key legal protections include the following.
California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) – Protects employees from discrimination based on:
- Race
- Color
- National origin
- Ancestry
- Religion
- Age (40+)
- Disability
- Sex and gender identity
- Sexual orientation
- Marital status
- Pregnancy
- Medical condition
- Military and veteran status
Hear from Those We've Helped
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Remedies Available in Workers Discrimination Cases
If you have experienced workplace discrimination, you may be entitled to various legal remedies.
Monetary Damages
- Back pay – Compensation for lost wages and benefits due to wrongful termination, demotion, or denial of a promotion.
- Front pay – Future lost earnings if reinstatement is not possible.
- Emotional distress damages – Compensation for psychological harm, such as anxiety, stress, or humiliation.
- Punitive damages – Awarded in intentional or egregious discrimination cases to punish the employer and deter future misconduct.
Job-Related Remedies
- Reinstatement – The court may order the employer to rehire or reinstate the employee to their previous position.
- Promotion or policy changes – The employer may be required to offer a promotion or change discriminatory workplace policies.
Attorney’s Fees & Legal Costs
- In successful claims, the employer may be ordered to pay the employee’s attorney fees and litigation costs.
Injunctive Relief
- A court may issue orders requiring the employer to stop discriminatory practices, implement anti-discrimination policies, or provide training for management and staff.
How The Work Justice Firm Can Help Employees in Southern California
We are passionate about protecting workers’ rights and fostering equality in the workplace. Our experienced attorneys understand the challenges victims of discrimination face and can stand by you. We fight to hold employers accountable, demand justice, and secure the compensation you deserve for the harm you have suffered.
If you have suffered in the workplace, do not remain silent. Contact us at (323) 675-3337 for a free case review with a Los Angeles discrimination attorney.
If you’re facing discrimination, harassment, or any workplace injustice, our team is here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation—no fees unless we win your case. We’re committed to defending your rights and achieving the justice you deserve.
