Sterling Employment Law
248-633-8916
Sterling Employment Law
248-633-8916

Strategic Employment Law Representation

Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal. Stand Up for Your Rights.

Employment discrimination involves the different treatment of employees based on age, race, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion or other protected classes under federal law. At Sterling Employment Law, our Detroit attorneys for discrimination claims are dedicated to helping victims of discrimination protect their rights and collect proper compensation for discrimination committed by an employer. If you believe that you have been treated wrongfully or unfairly based on your status as a protected class member, you should seek legal advice.

We can help you protect your rights in the workplace and contest the discriminatory actions of your employer. We will work to get you the compensation you deserve. Call 248-633-8916 to schedule an appointment to discuss your situation.

Protecting the Rights of At-Will Employees

Many at-will employees think that there is nothing they can do when they are fired. In reality, even at-will employees are often protected from discrimination, violations of civil rights, retaliation and other unfair employment practices. We can help you enforce your rights.

At Sterling Employment Law, our lawyers have extensive experience handling all types of wrongful termination cases, including cases involving:

It’s important to note that discrimination does not always take the form of termination. Many people find themselves passed over for promotions due to a discriminatory reason or face a hostile work environment.

Illegal Discrimination: What It Is And How To Stand Up Against It

Illegal discrimination in the workplace happens when an employee is treated unfairly due to protected characteristics such as:

  • Race
  • Gender
  • Age
  • Disability
  • Religion
  • Sexual orientation

Michigan state laws as well as federal laws prohibit discrimination and protect the rights of workers from biased hiring, pay, promotion or termination decisions.

In Michigan, the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act works alongside federal laws like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act to help ensure individuals are not subjected to unfair treatment.

It includes protections for LGBTQ+ workers, meaning that discrimination based on sexual orientation is unlawful.

Workplace illegal discrimination can take many forms, such as:

  • Racist or sexist remarks
  • Being terminated after disclosing a disability
  • Being consistently left out of meetings
  • Being denied training opportunities
  • Facing retaliation after filing a complaint

If your employer is treating you differently due to a personal trait protected by law, your rights as a worker may have been violated.

If you suspect you are a victim of unfair treatment, document every incident in detail. Keep a timeline of what happened, who was involved and how you responded. You can also report the issue internally through HR, but many workers find internal channels are not enough. That is when you need to turn to an experienced employment lawyer.

A Detroit-based employment discrimination lawyer understands federal protections and Michigan-specific laws that may apply to your case. Many employees do not know they can file a complaint with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

You do not have to face this process alone. Working with an experienced employment discrimination lawyer helps ensure your voice is heard and your rights are protected. Standing up against illegal discrimination can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, you can take meaningful action and protect your future in the workplace.

Get Legal Help Before You Are Fired

If you suspect you are facing termination for a discriminatory purpose, our attorneys can assist you in pretermination strategy, so you can protect your rights. We will put you in control so you can collect the appropriate evidence against your employer and build a strong case for discrimination.

Employers often have their own in-house counsel to deal with employment issues. As an employee, if you feel that you are being victimized in the workplace, you should have your own lawyer to help level the playing field and protect your rights before your employment is terminated. Even if you are offered severance, we can review the offer to determine whether it is in your best interest or if another course of action should be sought against your employer.

Call for a Consultation

We have extensive experience representing employees who have been victims of workplace discrimination. Contact us online or call 248-633-8916 to schedule an initial consultation to discuss your case. We normally take our discrimination and other employee cases on a contingent fee basis. If you do not recover compensation for your claim, neither do we.