Employment Discrimination Lawyer
Dan Atkerson Can Help You
If you have faced workplace discrimination because of your race, sex, or disability, you may have a legal claim against your employer. Dan Atkerson is an employment discrimination attorney serving Frisco, Plano, Allen, TX, and surrounding communities. Our labor attorney's office in Allen, TX, can assist you in bringing any valid claims against your employer. Our law firm recommends saving any and all documentation, records, and potential evidence that can be used to bolster your case. Trust your case to a law office that focuses exclusively on the practice area of employment law.
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Types of Workplace Discrimination
For nearly 40 years, employment discrimination attorney Dan A. Atkerson has fought for workers who suffered workplace discrimination based on:
During your personal consultation at our Allen law firm serving Plano and Frisco, he can review the circumstances surrounding your case to determine the best course of action.
Which Texas Employment Laws Apply to Employment Discrimination?
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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is the primary federal law that protects employees from age discrimination, sex discrimination, and racial discrimination in the workplace. Title VII outlaws any sort of mistreatment by employers based on an employee’s race or sex. Other local, federal, and state laws prohibit these types of employment discrimination as well. These include the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Equal Pay Act of 1963.
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Attorney Dan A. Atkerson has been practicing since 1984. Today, he focuses exclusively on the practice area of employment law, helping working Texans to protect their rights and their livelihood. Discriminating against employees based on their race, gender, religion, national origin, or other protected statuses isn't just wrong; it's illegal. If you live in Frisco, Plano, or nearby and believe you have been a victim of employment discrimination, request a consultation with Dan Atkerson online or call our law firm:
(214) 383-3606
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2023
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View on GoogleA Closer Look at Common Types of Discrimination
Race
Title VII precludes employers from discriminating against employees or prospective employees based on their race or national origin. Unlawful racial discrimination can take on many forms. It can be an overt action or more subtle in nature. For instance, an employer cannot use race as a basis for hiring, promoting, or terminating an employee. Likewise, race cannot be a factor in an employer’s decision to not hire or promote an employee.
Pregnancy
As only women can get pregnant and bear children, pregnancy discrimination falls within the purview of sex discrimination. Not only does Title VII prohibit mistreatment on the basis of pregnancy as a type of sex discrimination, but the Pregnancy Discrimination Act outlaws any discrimination on the basis of an employee’s pregnancy, childbirth, or maternity leave as well. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act and Title VII provide recourse for employees who have experienced mistreatment in this manner.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment can be direct sexual overtures or actions between a supervisor and subordinate, or between two co-workers. Sexual harassment also can occur in the context of a hostile work environment, in which other employees create a sexually inappropriate workplace atmosphere that offends one or more employees. Sex discrimination protections also extend to gender identity. Title VII governs all of these situations.
Disability
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that bars employers from discriminating against employees or prospective employees on the basis of disability, or any physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of an employee’s major life functions, such as walking, talking, seeing, or hearing.
Why Hire an Attorney?
There are many reasons why it is advisable to hire an attorney to represent you in your case:
An employment lawyer can determine whether illegal discrimination occurred.
Even if you are part of a protected group and have been treated unfairly on the job, it does not necessarily constitute illegal mistreatment. An attorney who handles a large volume of these cases can determine whether the unfair treatment occurred because of your protected status, which is the key to a successful lawsuit.
An employment lawyer can recommend the best course of action.
While some cases can be settled out of court, others cannot. A legal professional specializing in employment law can help you achieve resolution in the most timely and beneficial way.
Your employment lawyer can discredit false justification of your treatment.
Often, an employer will argue that an action such as failure to promote was based on poor job performance. In this case, an attorney could gather evidence such as performance reviews and other documents to prove that your job performance was in line with that of someone deserving a promotion.
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Emily Carlton
2023
Dan was professional and efficient. He responded to my many questions in a timely manner and advised me well. We were able to mediate my settlement for the exact amount I desired. I would definitely use Dan again.
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Allen, TX
2023
Had an amazing experience with Dan! he communicates and has a sense of urgency. He was able to resolve my issue less than a month.
View on GoogleHow to Gather Evidence for Your Case
Every case is unique. However, there are some common pieces of evidence that can benefit victims in their pursuit of a settlement or jury award. These include:
Documented Reports of Discrimination
If you feel compelled to report wrongdoing on the part of your co-workers or boss to your supervisor or human resources department, you should document the dates of these reports and the response – or lack of response – that resulted. This information can be highly compelling when trying to demonstrate illegal mistreatment on the part of an employer.
Performance Reviews
Annual reviews of your work performance can be invaluable in demonstrating inconsistencies in the explanations given for your being fired, passed over for a promotion, or denied a raise. For example, if you can demonstrate that you have consistently received favorable reviews, this can be a powerful tool in refuting claims that these actions were the result of poor job performance.
Testimony
Corroboration can be a very powerful means of substantiating your claim. If a co-worker witnessed your mistreatment or any other actions on the part of your employer that add credibility to your claim, that person's willingness to testify can be a critical piece of evidence in your case.
Calculating Damages
One of the most common questions victims have is how their damages are calculated. Damages can be tangible (such as a loss of income) or intangible (such as emotional trauma and distress). Putting a figure on these damages can be complicated, but with the right law firm handling your claim, you stand a far better chance of collecting the restitution you truly deserve.
In an employment law case, the most visible damage is lost income. When an employee loses their job, is denied a bonus, or otherwise suffers measurable financial losses, an attorney can easily quantify the damage in a way that will resonate.
Intangible damages such as emotional distress are real and substantial, but can be difficult to demonstrate. Leaving this aspect of your case to an attorney is the surest way to make certain that you collect the compensation you are owed.
Take Action Today
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You have a right to work in an environment free of hostility and discrimination based on your gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, and other protected statuses. If you believe that your rights have been violated, it is important to understand that you don't have to pursue justice on your own.
An attorney like Dan Atkerson who focuses exclusively on employment law can help you to achieve justice, collect compensation for your losses, and move on in your life. Victims of this kind of abuse often feel as if they have no one to turn to. Rest assured that Dan Atkerson is prepared to listen and take the course of action that best serves your interests. To book your consultation, send our law firm a message online or call us today:
(214) 383-3606
Dan Atkerson's Allen law office is here to uphold the rights of those who have suffered age discrimination and other injustices.
Why Allen and Surrounding Communities Trust Us
Kendra Larach
Allen, TX
2023
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Allen, TX
2023
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