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Newark-Area Discrimination Lawyers

Workplace Discrimination Lawyers Serving Newark, Essex, Union and Surrounding Counties and Statewide in New Jersey

State and federal employment law prohibits workplace discrimination against employees who are members of a protected class. Employers must treat employees equally in hiring, termination, promotion, discipline and all other aspects of employment.

Unfortunately, despite decades of legislation to prevent these abuses, many employees find themselves being discriminated against in the workplace.

Attorney Emanuel S. Fish was admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 1968 and the New York Bar in 1982. He is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney. He founded the firm in 1972. The firm represents wrongfully terminated employees, injured people and injured workers throughout the greater Newark metropolitan area and New Jersey. Edward F. Szep has more than a decade of experience. Using a team approach, we advocate for New Jersey employees facing workplace discrimination.

An Ounce of Prevention

Sometimes an ounce of prevention is worth the time and effort of a consultation. You do not have to wait until there is a problem. You can consult with our firm even if only you suspect discrimination. We can then advise you on whether you need legal representation immediately or in the future.

Workplace discrimination can be based upon a range of protected personal characteristics. It is illegal under New Jersey and federal law to discriminate based on:

  • Race or color
  • National origin or ancestry
  • Religion
  • Gender (including sexual harassment)
  • Pregnancy
  • Sexual orientation
  • Age (40 or older)
  • Disability
  • Medical condition
  • Genetic characteristics
  • Marital status
  • Veteran status

Employees who are discriminated against or harassed based upon their protected class may be entitled to recover compensatory and punitive damages, including damages for emotional distress, lost wages and benefits, attorney fees and costs.

We also represent clients who have experienced retaliation because they complained about discrimination.

Contact an Experienced Newark-Area Attorney

For more information or to schedule a consultation with a lawyer about workplace discrimination, contact the Law Offices of Emanuel S. Fish. We can be reached toll free at 866-476-2047.