Union Racial Discrimination Attorneys

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In New Jersey, racial discrimination is prohibited under both the U.S. Constitution and Title VII of the U.S. Code. These laws prohibit employers from taking race into account in procedures for hiring, deciding wage levels, or promotions and benefits.

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 issue to court. Racial discrimination claims involve situations where an employers treat employees differently than other employees who are of a different race.

In order to succeed on a claim for racial discrimination, the Union plaintiff must further show that their employer intended to base the discrimination on race or nationality. This intent is most often shown by proving that the employer preferentially treated those of other races and nationalities.

How Can an Union Lawyer Help with My Claim?

Furthermore, in some circumstances, recorded employer statements regarding racial issues can be used to show their intent to discriminate. In this area of litigation, procedural laws will vary considerably depending on where the claim is filed, and an Union attorney will be knowledgeable of the requirements for your particular location. A New Jersey lawyer may also assist 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 Union

Union, New Jersey is a township located in North-Central Union County, New Jersey. With a population of just under 55,000 residents, this lovely township comprises 9.1. square miles. Union is also home to the worlds tallest watersphere, standing 212 feet tall and the water towerhas become a local point of interest, with it's own fan website. As a township, Union is governed by a five member Township committee. In 2008, Union was ranked the 75th best place to live in America by Money Magazine. Not surprisingly, the Union Public School District has a lot to do with the ranking and Union is home to some of the top schools in the state of New Jersey. There is also a fabulous community of professionals in Union, many of which grew up in the township and decided to stay and practice. Union, New Jersey is home to some great lawyers. There is a thriving legal community in Union and the local lawyers are trained in a range of specialties and able to help their clients with any legal issue he or she many be facing. Whatever the problem is, an Unionlawyer can certainly solve it!

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