Karpf, Karpf and Cerutti P.C. | Attorneys At Law

215-639-0801 PA    609-683-4022 NJ     800-466-4003 NY

Karpf, Karpf and Cerutti P.C. | Attorneys At Law

215-639-0801

609-683-4022

Experienced Employment Litigators For Pennsylvania, New Jersey & New York

Philadelphia Racial Discrimination And Harassment Lawyers

While several federal and state laws protect workers from racial discrimination, it is still an unfortunately common problem that workers face. If you experienced workplace discrimination or harassment because of your skin color or other personal characteristics associated with race, you need to protect your rights. A skilled employment law attorney can help you protect your rights and get the deserved compensation if you have experienced racial discrimination or harassment.

At Karpf, Karpf & Cerutti, P.C., we represent workers throughout Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey who have experienced any employment or labor law issue. Our experienced lawyers will fight on your behalf and work to get you the best possible outcome. You can schedule your free consultation by calling us at 215-639-0801 in Pennsylvania or 609-681-6168 in New Jersey.

Identifying Racial Discrimination

Proving that you experienced racial discrimination can be a complex problem. Employers and coworkers will often not directly say that they discriminated against someone because of their race. Because of the subtle way that racial discrimination occurs, it is important for victims to work with a lawyer who can closely investigate every aspect of their case.

Here are a few examples of racial discrimination that occur in the workplace:

  • Use of derogatory terms or racial slurs about a person’s race
  • The display of racially offensive or discriminatory symbols
  • Discriminating against someone because they are married to a person of a different race or skin color
  • Overlooking a person of color for a promotion or mentoring opportunities

At Karpf, Karpf & Cerutti, P.C., our attorneys will use our more than 100 years of combined employment law experience to help you create an effective case strategy. We work closely with every client to create an individualized strategy for their case.

Get Answers To Common Racial Discrimination Questions Before You Fight For Your Rights

Acts of racial discrimination and harassment understandably stir outrage. However, understanding how the law protects you at work can help you partner with an employment law attorney to demand accountability from your employer. Here are answers to three questions our attorneys hear frequently at our offices.

Does the law protect me if my coworkers use racial slurs, but my boss does not?

Yes, the law requires employers to maintain a work environment free from racial hostility. If your employer knows, or reasonably should have known, about the harassment and fails to take prompt and effective action, they may be held legally liable. Our attorneys leverage their 100 years of combined experience – gained both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table – to hold companies accountable when they allow a culture of bias to thrive.

Can I file a claim if I was passed over for a promotion in favor of a less qualified person of a different race?

Yes, you may have a claim if you can demonstrate that your race was a motivating factor in the decision and that you were passed over for a similarly or less qualified candidate. Federal and state laws prohibit “disparate treatment,” which occurs when an employer uses different standards for different racial groups. Our attorneys investigate hiring and promotion records to prove when a company has ignored your qualifications because of your skin color.

Is it legal for an employer to discriminate against me because of my spouse’s race?

No, it is strictly illegal for an employer to treat you poorly based on the race of those you associate with outside of work. This ‘associational discrimination’ is a recognized claim under federal and state laws, offering protections similar to those provided for discrimination based on your own race. We represent workers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey who face unfair treatment because of their interracial marriages or diverse social circles.

Schedule Your Free Consultation With A Racial Discrimination Attorney

We offer free consultations to our clients so that we can evaluate the specifics of their case. You can schedule your free consultation now by calling us at 215-639-0801 in Pennsylvania or 609-681-6168 in New Jersey. You can also set up your free consultation by sending us an email.