Race Discrimination

Charleston, WV Race Discrimination Lawyers

Committed to Maintaining Equality in the Workplace in Morgantown, Clarksburg and Parkersburg

Every individual deserves and has an absolute right to a workplace free of race discrimination. Unfortunately, race discrimination continues to exist within our nation’s workforces.

Far too many employers are making decision based upon the color of one’s skin rather than the quality of his or her work. Highly qualified workers are being passed over for promotions, harassed, and subject to racially insensitive comments because of their race.

Bailess Law Firm recognizes that race discrimination in the workplace can be stressful and demoralizing. Our team of attorneys do not tolerate racism in the workplace.

Bailess Law Firm has obtained highly successful results for clients who have experienced race discrimination in the workplace. We help hold employers accountable who engage in discriminatory practices such as:

  • Racially motivated jokes and comments,
  • Exclusion for job opportunities,
  • Retaliation for reporting race discrimination,
  • Failing to promote,
  • Failing to hire, or
  • Failing to take prompt and correct action against discrimination.
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Understanding Available Damages for Race Discrimination in West Virginia

The West Virginia Human Rights Act (WVHRA) protects employees who have faced race discrimination in the workplace. In order to come under the WVHRA, your employer must have employed at least 12 or more employees for twenty or more weeks in a year. Under the WVHRA, victims of race discrimination may be entitled to the following damages:

  • Lost wages (back pay and front pay)
  • Emotional distress
  • Humiliation/Embarrassment
  • Loss of Dignity
  • Job Reinstatement
  • Punitive Damages

Your Race Discrimination Questions Answered

What constitutes race discrimination in the workplace? Race discrimination occurs when an employee is treated unfavorably because of their race, color, or ethnicity. This includes hiring, promotions, job assignments, training, and workplace harassment.

How can I prove race discrimination? Proving race discrimination can involve gathering evidence such as emails, witness statements, performance reviews, and documentation of discriminatory comments or actions. An experienced attorney can help you build your case.

What steps should I take if I experience race discrimination? If you believe you are experiencing race discrimination, document the incidents thoroughly, report the behavior to your HR department, and consult with an attorney to understand your rights and options.

Are there time limits for filing a race discrimination claim? Yes, in West Virginia, you typically have 180 days from the date of the discriminatory act to file a complaint with the West Virginia Human Rights Commission. It’s crucial to act quickly to preserve your rights.

Contact Us Today to Discuss Your Race Discrimination Concerns

Our team of West Virginia employment attorneys are ready to discuss your case. We take seriously the opportunity to hold employers accountable for engaging in race discrimination in the workplace. 

If you have experienced race discrimination or just would like more information, call us for a free consultation at (304) 841-0037
 or complete our contact form.

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