St. Clair Shores Racial Discrimination Attorneys

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Under the U.S. Constitution and Title VII of the U.S. Code, racial discrimination is prohibited in Michigan. Employers are prohibited according to theses laws from using race as a basis for hiring, recruitment, setting wage levels, or granting promotions.

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. Discrimination based on race involves an employer who treats worker(s) differently than employees who are of another racial background.

In order to succeed on a claim for racial discrimination, the St. Clair Shores plaintiff must further prove that their employer intended to base the discrimination on race or nationality. The required intent may be proven by evidence that the employer rendered preferential treatment to workers who are of a different race or nationality than the plaintiff.

How Can a St. Clair Shores Lawyer Help with My Claim?

Recorded statements about racial issues that were made by the employer can also be used in some cases to prove intent. Laws of procedure vary greatly in this area of law depending on where you file your claim, and local St. Clair Shores lawyers will be familiarized with the requirements of your geographical region. Should you decide to file your claim at the EEOC, a Michigan 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 St. Clair Shores

St. Clair Shores is a suburb along Lake Saint Clair. Specifically, it is in Macomb County and is about 13 miles northeast of downtown Detroit.

After World War II the area grew from a small resort community along Lake Saint Clair to a decent sized suburb. Per the 2010 census, its population is 59,715 people.

The city is well-known because every Memorial Day, it is host the the Memorial Day Parade. Also, Michigan residents know the area well because of the "Nautical Mile" site. This site is a strip of Jefferson Avenue between Nine Mile and 10 Mile roads, and is home to retail stores, boat dealers, good restaurants and cafes, and marinas. Basically, it is a popular site for residents and tourists to visit.

Many may not know, but St. Clair is where the Miss America Organization is located. Other popular attractions include Car City Records and Crows Nest East.

There are also attorneys in this area that are able to provide legal services to residents in need.

All in all, St. Clair Shores is a wonderful place to live and visit!

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