Employment Discrimination FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions, and links to answers, about discrimination law in Massachusetts.
Employment Discrimination in GeneralCan I be fired without a reason?
What is wrongful termination? What is discrimination? Can I report discrimination in the workplace without being fired? What are the "protected classes" under discrimination law? What is a hostile work environment? How much time do I have to bring a discrimination claim? How do I bring a discrimination or harassment claim? Employment Discrimination: Gender, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity |
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Employment Discrimination: Race or National Origin
What is the difference between race discrimination and national origin discrimination?
How can I tell if the way my employer is treating me is because of race or national origin?
If my manager is also a person of color, can there be race discrimination?
What can I do if I am being harassed based on my race or national origin?
What can I do if I see someone else being discriminated against?
How can I tell if the way my employer is treating me is because of race or national origin?
If my manager is also a person of color, can there be race discrimination?
What can I do if I am being harassed based on my race or national origin?
What can I do if I see someone else being discriminated against?
Employment Discrimination: Age
Who is protected under the Age Discrimination laws?
How can I tell if I am being terminated because of my age?
Can my employer force me to retire?
What should I know if I am over 40 and offered a severance package?
How can I tell if I am being terminated because of my age?
Can my employer force me to retire?
What should I know if I am over 40 and offered a severance package?
Employment Discrimination: Disability
What is a disability under the ADA?
Does my employer have to make an accommodation for my disability?
What is perceived disability discrimination?
Does my employer have to make an accommodation for my disability?
What is perceived disability discrimination?
How Can We Help?
We can help you navigate these issues and get clarity on your rights and obligations if you are facing employment decisions that you think are the result of discrimination. You can use the button below to schedule a call back from a member of our team, or give us a call at 781-784-2322.