Employment Discrimination Claims

Discrimination in the workplace is a serious issue that can have lasting impacts on an individual’s career and well-being. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, it is important to understand your rights and the legal avenues available to you.

What is Discrimination?

Discrimination occurs when someone is treated less favourably than someone else because of:

• Race
• Sex
• Age
• Disability
• Pregnancy and maternity
• Religion or belief
• Gender reassignment
• Marriage and civil partnership

These are called protected characteristics. These protected characteristics are legally safeguarded against discrimination under employment law.

Types of Discrimination

There are various types of discrimination covered under employment law, including:

• Direct discrimination: when an individual is treated less favourably than others because of a protected characteristic.
• Indirect discrimination: when a rule, policy or practice that applies to everyone particularly disadvantages people with a protected characteristic.
• Harassment: unwanted behaviour related to a protected characteristic that violates someone’s dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or offensive environment for the individual.
• Victimisation: treating someone unfairly because they have been involved with a complaint about discrimination or harassment.
• Discrimination arising from disability: when an individual is discriminated against because of something that results from a disability, not because of the disability itself.
• Failure to make reasonable adjustments: where an employer fails to make reasonable adjustments to help disabled job applicants, employees and former employees in certain circumstances.

Steps to Take if You Experience Discrimination

If you experience discrimination at work, it is advisable to take the following steps:

• Document the incident: keep detailed records of the discriminatory acts, including dates, times, locations, and involved parties.
• Report the discrimination: inform your employer or a relevant authority about the discriminatory behaviour.
• Seek legal advice: consult with a qualified employment solicitor experienced in discrimination claims to evaluate your case and guide you through the legal process.

How Bermans Can Help

At Bermans, we provide comprehensive legal support to individuals who have experienced discrimination in the workplace. Our services include:

• Initial consultation: assessing your situation and providing expert advice on the best course of action.
• Case evaluation: thoroughly examining the details of your case to determine its strength and potential outcomes.
• Filing a claim: assisting you with filing a formal discrimination claim to the Employment Tribunal.
• Representation: representing you in negotiations, settlements, or court proceedings to maximise the chance of a successful outcome.

Contact Us

If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination at work, do not hesitate to contact us. Our experienced employment solicitors are here to provide the guidance and representation you need to ensure that your rights are protected. Contact us today for a confidential consultation.

Contact our head of Employment, Adrian Fryer.