West Hollywood Racial Discrimination Attorneys

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Racial discrimination is banned in California under the U.S. constitution and Title VII of the U.S. Code. According to such laws, an employer cannot use race as the basis for making decisions regarding hiring, recruitment, wage levels, or promotion opportunities.

What Must Be Proven in a Discrimination Claim?

Federal investigations of workplace discrimination are conducted by the agency called the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Employees who are victims of discrimination are required to file their claim with the EEOC before filing suit in a court of law. Racial discrimination claims involve situations where an employers treat workers differently than other workers who are of a different race.

In order to succeed on a claim for racial discrimination, the West Hollywood plaintiff must additionally prove that their employer intended to base the discrimination on race or nationality. Intent may be proved by demonstrating that the employer gave preferential treatment to people of other races or nationalities.

How Can a West Hollywood Lawyer Help with My Claim?

Additionally, in some circumstances, recorded employer statements regarding racial issues can be used to establish their intent to discriminate. Laws of procedure vary greatly in this area of law depending on where you file your claim, and local West Hollywood lawyers will be familiarized with the requirements of your geographical region. A California lawyer may also help you with filing a claim with the EEOC as well as guide you to other possible remedies while the case is pending.

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Life in West Hollywood

West Hollywood neighbors Beverly Hills and is a well-known area to many all over the United States. Many celebrities live in and/or work in the area, and therefore the Paparazzi are constantly referring to West Hollywood in their news reports.

Many may not know, but West Hollywood has some landmarks and unique locations. West Hollywood is home to the Sunset Marquis Hotel, a place known for its Whisky Bar and recording studio. Melrose Avenue is also located in West Hollywood, and was the main location for the popular 90's show Melrose Place. West Hollywood is also home to the famous Sunset Boulevard, filled with great shopping, dining, and nightlife. Sunset Boulevard was also home to Frank Sinatra, Errol Flynn, John Wayne and Howard Hughes.

Popular attractions in West Hollywood include musical venues such as the House of Blues, Whisky a Go Go, the Viper Room, and the Roxy Theatre. Other popular attractions include Westlake Recording Studios, Samuel Goldwyn Studios, Plummer Park, Sierra Towers, the Standard Hotel, Pacific Design Center, The Schindler House, Smashbox Studios and TMZ on TV.

Los Angeles being home top-tier law schools and firms attracts some of the most brilliant attorneys in the United States. Therefore residents of West Hollywood have no trouble finding a good lawyer because there are many to choose from!

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