Midland Racial Discrimination Attorneys

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Under the U.S. Constitution, as well as Title VII of the U.S. Code, it is banned to discriminate on the basis of race in the state of Texas. Employers are barred 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 federal agency that is in charge of investigations of workplace discrimination is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Before taking issues to court, employees that have been discriminated against must file their claim with the EEOC. Race or nationality discrimination involves an employer treating you adversely than those you work with that are of other races or nationalities.

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

How Can a Midland Lawyer Help with My Claim?

In some cases also, recorded statements made by the employer about racial issues can be used to show intent. Laws governing the procedures in discrimination will vary considerably depending on where the claim is filed, and Midland attorneys will be able to help you with the requirements for your particular region. An experienced Texas lawyer will also help you in filing your claim with the EEOC, as well as helping you obtain other forms of relief while your claim is being processed.

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Life in Midland

Midland is located in Midland County, Texas. It is located in Texas's Southern Plains region. Some of Midland falls into Marin County. As of the 2010 census, Midland has a population of 111,147 people.

Top employers that drive the economy include Warren Equipment Companies, the Midland Independent School District, the Midland Memorial Hospital and Medical Center, Dawson Geophysical, Midland College, Patterson Drilling UTI, ATT Wireless, and Key Energy Services. Midland is also home to many law offices and small firms that practice in various legal practices. Thus, residents and businesses of Midland can rest assure because any and every legal need of theirs can be easily handled by Midland's legal force.

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