When people think about employment discrimination lawsuits, they probably picture someone who is perceived to be in the minority being discriminated against by someone who is perceived to be in the majority. Even in 2022 this kind of bigotry is surprisingly widespread despite it being illegal.
Although racial, sexual, and religious minorities are generally protected from workplace discrimination under federal and California law, this is not always the case. Instead, these laws shield all people from prejudice. Reverse discrimination is the term used to describe bias against majority populations. Read on to learn more and then contact PLBH at (800) 435-7542 if you have been the victim of any type of discrimination at work.
What is reverse discrimination?
Reverse discrimination occurs when employees in a workplace are treated unfairly because of their gender, color, national origin, religion, or another protected feature. This might be the result of a single employee or supervisor’s personal prejudices or hostility, or it might be a symptom of a larger tendency.
In certain instances, rules like affirmative action that were created to aid protect minority populations may have instead sparked reverse discrimination. Affirmative action aimed to give groups who were previously denied such access equal access to work and education. However, if certain groups wind up obtaining unfair treatment as a result of these affirmative action initiatives in modern times, this may truly result in discriminatory treatment.
There are many types of reverse discrimination
The manifestations of reverse discrimination are as varied as those of other types of discrimination. For instance, it can involve failing to promote a qualified employee and doing so in favor of a less qualified employee because of the latter’s ethnicity or gender. Making personnel choices based on race, gender, or other factors may involve letting an employee go or demoting them.
People in majority groups can be the victims of discrimination
Being a member of the majority class does not guarantee that you will not experience prejudice at work. An adept employment law attorney may be able to file a claim for reverse discrimination in those circumstances.
Even though he or she is a part of the majority group, an employee may have grounds for a lawsuit if they were unjustly singled out for termination or otherwise denied a job opportunity due to their race, gender, national origin, or another protected trait.
It is important to have an experienced attorney on your side
Discrimination claims can be complicated, therefore a knowledgeable employment law attorney is necessary. It’s crucial to keep in mind that everyone is subject to the same federal and state laws, including the Fair Employment and Housing Act. You may be entitled to compensation if you have experienced discrimination on the basis of your race, gender, or another unlawful factor.
Our team at PLBH has more than 50 years of experience managing matters involving intricate employment law. If you feel that you have experienced reverse discrimination at work, get in touch with us right away at (800) 435-7542 or info@plblaw.com to set up a free initial consultation and learn more about how we can assist you.