Your faith should never be a barrier to your success in the workplace. Yet for some employees in Egg Harbor Township, religious discrimination creates a hostile or unfair work environment. Whether you’re being denied accommodations or facing harassment because of your beliefs, it’s important to know that you are legally protected—and you have the right to take action.
What Is Religious Discrimination?
Religious discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee unfavorably because of their religious beliefs, practices, or affiliation. It includes:
- Failing to provide reasonable accommodations for religious practices
- Harassing an employee because of their faith or appearance (e.g., head coverings, beards)
- Refusing to hire, promote, or retain someone based on religion
- Retaliating against an employee who requests accommodation or reports religious bias
Legal Protections Under State and Federal Law
- New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD): Prohibits employers from discriminating based on religion and mandates reasonable accommodations for religious observances unless it poses an undue hardship.
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Federal law that protects employees from religious discrimination and harassment in the workplace.
Examples of Reasonable Religious Accommodations
- Flexible scheduling to observe religious holidays or prayer times
- Modifications to dress code or grooming policies
- Time off for religious observance
- Changes to job duties that conflict with sincerely held beliefs
What to Do If You Experience Religious Discrimination
- Document the incidents: Keep a detailed record of any discriminatory actions, comments, or denied accommodations.
- Submit a request in writing: Ask for religious accommodations through official HR channels.
- Speak to an attorney: If your request is denied or you face retaliation, an employment lawyer can help you assert your rights.
Potential Remedies for Religious Discrimination
- Job reinstatement or promotion
- Back pay and lost benefits
- Compensation for emotional distress and reputational harm
- Punitive damages in cases of willful discrimination
- Attorney’s fees and legal costs
How Castronovo & McKinney Can Help
Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys advocate for individuals in Egg Harbor Township who face religious discrimination in the workplace. With deep experience in employment law and a strong commitment to justice, their team will fight to protect your freedom of belief and help you obtain fair treatment and compensation.
Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Today
If your religion has been used against you at work, don’t remain silent. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation. You have the right to practice your faith—and they have the legal knowledge to protect it.
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