Facing discrimination at work? Take action to protect your rights and stand up for fair treatment with expert legal advice
At Wallace Robinson & Morgan, we are committed to helping you understand your rights and take action if you’re experiencing discrimination at work. Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms, including unfair treatment based on race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. Our experienced team provides expert legal advice to ensure you are treated fairly and your workplace rights are fully protected.
What is Workplace Discrimination?
Workplace discrimination occurs when an employee is treated unfairly or differently due to a characteristic protected by law. This can include:
- Discrimination Based on Gender or Sex: Treating someone unfairly because of their gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
- Racial and Ethnic Discrimination: Unfair treatment due to someone’s race, ethnicity, or nationality.
- Disability Discrimination: Treating an employee unfairly due to a physical or mental disability or perceived disability.
- Age Discrimination: Unfair treatment based on someone’s age, either because they are too young or too old.
- Religious or Belief-Based Discrimination: Unfair treatment because of someone’s religion, belief, or lack thereof.
- Harassment and Bullying: Unwanted behaviour, comments, or actions based on any of these protected characteristics that create a hostile work environment.
If you are being treated unfairly at work due to one of these factors, you may have a legal claim for discrimination.
Why instruct us?
If you believe you are facing discrimination at work, we can assist you in understanding your rights and taking the right steps to protect yourself:
Expert Legal Advice
We offer clear, actionable advice on how to address workplace discrimination, whether you’re experiencing harassment, unfair treatment, or exclusion.
Filing Discrimination Claims
We guide you through the process of filing a discrimination claim with an employment tribunal or court to ensure that your case is heard and that you receive the justice you deserve.
Investigating and Gathering Evidence
We help you gather necessary evidence to support your discrimination claim, including witness statements, company records, and other relevant documentation.
Negotiation and Resolution
Our team is experienced in negotiating settlements with employers to resolve discrimination issues without the need for lengthy litigation, if possible.
Workplace Protection and Remedies
If you’ve been a victim of workplace discrimination, we can help you seek remedies such as compensation, changes to workplace policies, or even reinstatement if you’ve been unfairly dismissed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn how to address workplace discrimination with our comprehensive FAQs. Find support and guidance to uphold fairness at work.
Under UK law, protected characteristics include:
• Age
• Disability
• Gender reassignment
• Marriage and civil partnership
• Pregnancy and maternity
• Race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic origin)
• Religion or belief
• Sex
• Sexual orientation
If you believe you’ve experienced discrimination, you should first raise the issue with your employer through their grievance procedure. If the matter is not resolved, you can seek legal advice or take the issue to an employment tribunal, where you can claim compensation for any losses or discrimination.
Harassment or bullying based on a protected characteristic is a form of discrimination. You have the right to work in an environment free from such behaviour. You can file a grievance with your employer or, if necessary, pursue a legal claim for harassment under the Equality Act 2010.
What to do next?
If you believe you are a victim of workplace discrimination, don’t wait to take action.
Call us at 0121 705 7571 or fill out the contact form below—your privacy is guaranteed—and we’ll arrange a convenient time to discuss your needs.
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