Frequently Asked Questions

Answers Provided by Fort Lauderdale Employment Law Attorneys

Have you faced workplace discrimination of any kind? If so, you are among thousands of others who have lodged complaints of this nature every year with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In 2019, the EEOC released statistics showing that over 39,000 retaliation claims, close to 24,000 race discrimination claims, over 24,000 disability claims, and more than 23,000 sex discrimination claims were filed. The EEOC can recover millions in financial awards for claimants every year, often through negotiated settlements and mediation as well as litigation.

This means that if you believe you have suffered any type of workplace discrimination, you should speak with one of our Fort Lauderdale discrimination lawyers at The Amlong Firm about your case. Our legal team provides outstanding support for clients throughout South Florida. We have extensive experience both inside and outside the courtroom. Our experience along with our dedication and service level have resulted in numerous awards and accolades.

Facing workplace discrimination? Call The Amlong Firm at (954) 953-5490 for legal assistance today.

Commonly Asked Questions about Discrimination in the Workplace

Is it illegal discrimination for a supervisor to tell me that I cannot express my religious beliefs?

It may be, depending on certain circumstances. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits religious discrimination or harassment in the workplace. The Act also protects individuals from retaliation if they file or support complaints of such religious discrimination or harassment. Under the law, employers with 15 or more employees are required to accommodate your religious beliefs unless by doing so it creates an undue hardship. Undue hardship generally involves significant expense or difficulty for the employer.

Are there certain questions that are off limits for a potential employer to ask me in an interview?

Yes, certain questions are prohibited. For example, your prospective employer is prohibited from asking you about medical conditions until after you have received a job offer. This can include questions about the number of sick days you took at your last job, whether or not you have ever applied for workers’ compensation, or whether or not you plan to become pregnant in the near future. Other questions that are prohibited can include those about your race, national origin, or religion.

I want to ask a co-worker for a date. Is that sexual harassment?

Employers may or may not put into place company policies forbidding romantic relationships or dating between co-workers. No laws demand or forbid such policies. If your employer does not have such a policy, you can ask him or her for a date without worry. However, if your prospective date tells you that he or she is not interested, it is best not to ask again. If you make repeated requests for a date, it could eventually be seen as sexual harassment whereas one request is not.

What evidence is needed to show that I was subjected to discrimination at work?

In order to have a valid claim of workplace discrimination, you must show that your employer treated you differently than others based on a protected class, such as race, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, and others. You will have to provide some type of documentation that such discrimination occurred. This can include texts, emails, written communications, and testimony from co-workers who can corroborate your claims. Contacting one of our Fort Lauderdale discrimination attorneys is highly advised. We can listen to your story and advise you on the merits of your case and potential legal options.