Race Discrimination

Some examples of racial discrimination in the workplace include:

• • Subjecting others to slurs
  • Refusing to consider some employees for promotions based on race
  • Racially insensitive or ethnic jokes
  • Refusing to hire someone based on his or her ethnicity or race
  • Making offensive comments based on race
  • Offering a lower rate of pay or inferior terms of employment based on race
  • Denying training and promotional opportunities
  • Higher scrutiny in job performance

In the case of race and color discrimination exclusively, non-employees also have recourse under federal law.

42 U.S.C. § 1981

All persons within the jurisdiction of the United States shall have the same right in every state and territory to make and enforce contracts, to sue, be parties, give evidence, and to the full and equal benefit of all laws and proceedings for the security of persons and property as is enjoyed by white citizens, and shall be subject to like punishment, pains, penalties, taxes, licenses, and exactions of every kind, and to no other.

For contractors and subcontractors, this allows for recourse for racial acts that occur on the job. Employees may also make claims under §1981 as it offers some economic and filing benefits not available under Title VII.

If you are the victim of race discrimination, you do not have to suffer or “deal with it.” Our racial discrimination attorneys will explain all of your rights, explore every option, and provide you with aggressive representation when needed. We have a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes inside and outside of the courtroom. To learn more about the services The Schipper Law Group provides, or to schedule a consultation, contact us today by filling out the form here or by calling us at (248) 729-2414.