Age, Sex & Race-Related Discrimination

"I Was the Perfect Candidate."

Age, Sex and Racial Discrimination Claims
in San Jose, Silicon Valley and the Bay Area

Scenario one: Two employees, one male and one female, are interviewing for the same promotion. They are equally qualified, have made similar contributions to the company, and so forth. The male candidate receives the promotion.

Is this because of discrimination? It could be, but you do have to remember that employers have the right to hire or promote employees as they see fit, so long as they do not violate the law in doing so.

Scenario two: Two employees, one male and one female, are interviewing for the same promotion. The female candidate is "perfect" for the job, clearly more qualified for the position and has been an exemplary employee. The male candidate receives the promotion.

This is, most likely, discrimination and it's wrong. If something like this has happened to you, our lawyers can help.

Do you want to pursue your age, sex or racial discrimination claim? Call Lamberto & Kreger or contact us online.

The following types of employment discrimination are illegal:

• Age discrimination
• Sex/gender discrimination
• Racial discrimination
• Discrimination based on national origin or ethnicity
• Disability-related discrimination
• Discrimination based on religion or sexual preference
• Discrimination based on an employee's past reporting or refusal to participate in illegal activities (whistleblower claims)

These and other types of discrimination can occur in any number of different contexts — not just in hiring or firing practices. For instance, when members of a protected class are hired by a company but are routinely given less money or opportunity to advance than others solely because of their age, race — that is most likely discrimination. The same holds true when an employer fosters a hostile workplace environment.

In any case, our attorneys can provide the experienced legal representation you need to obtain compensation.

Get in touch with us.

You can reach us in San Jose, California, at 408-999-0300 for a free consultation, or you can contact us online. We generally respond promptly, often by telephone within five minutes.