Sheboygan Racial Discrimination Attorneys

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The U.S. Constitution and Title VII of the U.S. Code both make racial discrimination illegal in the state of Wisconsin. Employers may not take race into account according to these laws when hiring or recruiting workers, or when determining wages and promotion offers.

What Must Be Proven in a Discrimination Claim?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the federal agency in charge of investigating workplace discrimination, and employees discriminated against must file a claim with the EEOC before taking the matter to court. Racial discrimination claims involve situations where an employers treat workers differently than other workers who are of a different race.

To be able to prove a claim of racial discrimination, the Sheboygan plaintiff further needs to show that the employer had an intent to discriminate, and that the discriminatory action was based on race. Intent may be proved by demonstrating that the employer gave preferential treatment to people of other races or nationalities.

How Can a Sheboygan Lawyer Help with My Claim?

In some cases also, recorded statements made by the employer about racial issues can be used to prove intent. Laws of procedure vary greatly in this area of law depending on where you file your claim, and local Sheboygan lawyers will be familiarized with the requirements of your geographical region. Should you decide to file your claim at the EEOC, a Wisconsin lawyer will be able to help you out, and they can also point you towards other types of remedies available to you while your claim is pending.

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Life in Sheboygan

Sheboygan is located in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. Per the 2010 census, the population is 49,288 people.

Popular sites include Above Beyond Children's Museum, Blue Harbor Resort, Bookworm Gardens, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan Municipal Auditorium and Armory, and Whistling Straits.

The city is also home to many small law offices that cater to the legal needs of local residents and businesses.

Popular residents include Ray Buivid, John Dittrich, Joe Hauser, Wesley Lau, George Sauer, Carl Schuette, and E.E. Smith.

Overall, the city is a wonderful place to visit and live!

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