Sex or gender discrimination is generally illegal, and can cause injury by denying jobs, equal pay, benefits, promotions, or other things associated with successful employment. By treating you differently in the workplace specifically because you are physically or biologically a woman or man, an employer demonstrates "sexual" discrimination. Doing the same thing based on behavioral characteristics ("masculinity" or "femininity") is "gender" discrimination. Even if there is no direct threat to your job, sexual harassment can be considered a form of discrimination.
The impact that sexual discrimination can have on the victim's life is profound. That is one reason why at Holman Schiavone, LLC, we have focused our practice on helping employees confront employers who engage in, tolerate, or ignore illegal practices such as sexual discrimination. By having a skilled sexual discrimination attorney stand up for your rights, we can help you preserve a professional atmosphere and assure that your employer takes your complaint seriously. If your employer continues to fail in their duty to eliminate sexual discrimination, our experienced staff can help you decide which state or federal statute most closely addresses your situation, and which agency you should contact to further pursue a remedy.
If you have actually suffered damage from sexual discrimination, it may also be appropriate to file a lawsuit for damages in a state or federal court. At Holman Schiavone, LLC, we have represented clients suffering sexual discrimination against both large and small employers. We have helped people all over the region, from Columbia to Wichita, eliminate sexual discrimination in the workplace. Our initial consultation is always free of charge, and we never charge legal fees until our client has won compensation. For more information about what Holman Schiavone, LLC, can do for you, call our Kansas City, Missouri office at 816-283-8738. You can also send us your questions through our online contact us page.
