New Jersey Nation of Origin Discrimination Lawyers

Employment Law Representation in Northern New Jersey

National origin discrimination occurs when an employee or job applicant is treated unfavorably because of their actual or perceived country of origin, ethnicity, accent, or other ethnic characteristics. This form of discrimination undermines the principles of diversity and inclusion, fostering an inequitable work environment that can stifle personal and professional growth.

If you have experienced discrimination in the workplace based on your national origins, you can turn to Green Savits for competent representation. We can engage in an in-depth review of your situation, determine whether your employee rights have been violated, and take legal action against your employer. With over 100 years of collective experience, our team of skilled and compassionate employment professionals can help you seek the justice you deserve. 

Consult a New Jersey nation of origin discrimination attorney at Green Savits for legal guidance. Call or reach us online to make an appointment.

Manifestations of National Origin Discrimination in the Workplace

This type of discrimination can take many forms, impacting your morale and productivity.

It can include: 

• Biased hiring practices: Preferring candidates who are perceived to belong to a certain national origin over others, despite equal qualifications and experience.
• Unequal pay: Offering lower wages to employees of a specific national origin compared to others performing the same job with similar qualifications.
• Harassment based on accent: Mocking or criticizing an employee's accent or language skills, making them feel unwelcome or marginalized.
• Cultural attire: Prohibiting or criticizing traditional or cultural attire, such as headscarves, turbans, or saris, which can undermine cultural expression.
• Exclusion from meetings or projects: Deliberately excluding employees from important meetings or projects because of their national origin, limiting opportunities for career advancement. 
• Unfair disciplinary actions: Disproportionately disciplining employees of certain national origins for minor infractions while ignoring similar behaviors by others.
• Denial of promotions: Overlooking employees for promotions based on their national origin, even if they possess the necessary skills and experience.
• Language requirements: Imposing unnecessary language requirements that disproportionately affect employees of certain national origins unless job-related and justified.
• Cultural stereotyping: Making assumptions about an employee’s abilities or work ethic based on stereotypes associated with their national origin.
• Isolation or segregation: Physically or socially isolating employees of certain national origins from others in the workplace.
• Jokes or comments: Making derogatory jokes or comments about an employee's national origin, perpetuating a hostile work environment.
• Career development opportunities: Denying access to training, mentoring, or other professional development opportunities due to national origin.
• Customer or client preferences: Acquiescing to discriminatory customer or client preferences, such as requesting that employees of a certain national origin not be assigned to work with them.
• Policy disparities: Implementing workplace policies that disproportionately impact employees of certain national origins without legitimate business justification.

Such discrimination harms those directly affected and creates a toxic work environment that can diminish overall productivity and morale. Employers must foster an inclusive and respectful workplace where diversity is valued, and all employees feel safe and supported.