Kansas Discrimination Lawyers

Can help solving workplace discrimination

Whether it’s inappropriate jokes from coworkers or noticeably lower pay than others performing the same role, there are many different signs of workplace discrimination.

If you need an experienced Kansas discrimination attorney, look no further than Punchwork Law. From Syracuse to Kansas City, we’ve helped numerous clients face their employers and get the justice and fairness they deserve.

Are you ready to speak with a Kansas Employment Law expert? Contact us or schedule an appointment using our form.

If you need more information, we share everything about employment discrimination below.

Types of Employment Discrimination Claims

Employment discrimination involves harassment or unfair treatment against an employee or job applicant based on characteristics such as:

• Race
• Skin color
• Religion
• Sex
• National origin
• Age
• Disability
• Genetic information

Each of these traits is considered a protected class under federal law. This means that if an employer or coworker performs an act of racial, religious, or gender discrimination, you can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Discrimination can also extend to retaliation for filing a discrimination claim or participating in investigations related to a claim.

You should also reach out to the EEOC when experiencing sex and gender discrimination, which involves unfair treatment based on your:

• Gender
• Sexual orientation
• Pregnancy
• Parental status

These types of discrimination can also involve sexual harassment, which includes unwelcome advances, requests for sexual favors, or verbal/physical acts of a sexual nature by employers or other employees.

If you believe you’re experiencing a hostile work environment due to your protected class, let Punchwork Law fight for your rights. Contact us and schedule a conversation with a Kansas wrongful termination and discrimination lawyer today. 

What Happens After You File an EEOC Complaint

Once you file a complaint with the EEOC, here are some of the next steps you can expect to occur:

1. The EEOC first investigates your claim. They will gather evidence from your employer, either through interviews, document requests, or on-site visits. This can take several months or even longer.
2. If mediation is possible, the EEOC may offer to help resolve and reconcile any issues between you and your employer. This is a voluntary process in which the EEOC will try to persuade the employer to fix its discriminatory practices and reach a settlement that is acceptable to both parties.
3. If mediation isn’t possible and evidence proves that discrimination has occurred, the EEOC may file a lawsuit. Or, they may send you a “Notice of Right to Sue,” making it possible for you to file a lawsuit in federal court against your employers.
4. If a suit is filed, it proceeds through the courts. From there, an expert in Kansas discrimination law can help build a strong case and represent you in court. This improves your chances of getting compensation from your employers, such as back pay, emotional distress damages, or even reinstatement.

Work with a reliable Kansas EEOC lawyer for your employment discrimination case. Contact Punchwork Law, and give us the details of your case. Once we identify how your employer has wronged you, we’re ready to charge ahead and make sure you get the justice you deserve. 

What an Experienced Kansas Discrimination Law Firm Can Do

Our Kansas law firm is experienced in employment discrimination. We can provide you with a lawyer who will support you through every stage of your case. Our attorneys will offer expert legal representation, as well as:

• Clear Guidance & Legal Advice: Not everyone knows about the laws and regulations that exist to protect them against discrimination. Our lawyers will help you identify which ones your employers have potentially violated. We’ll also help determine how strong of a case you have.
• Help Preparing & Filing Your EEOC Claim: Our lawyers can assist you in filing a clear and well-prepared complaint with the EEOC. This way, they’ll be motivated to quickly act on your behalf and begin investigating your claim.
• Researching & Collecting Evidence: Once you receive a “Right to Sue” notice from the EEOC, we’ll start gathering all the necessary evidence to ensure a strong case. This can save you a great deal of time, allowing you to take care of personal matters.
• Rigorous Advocacy in Negotiations: If your employers seek to settle a case outside of the court, then our Kansas discrimination lawyers will be at your side during negotiations so you get a just and fair resolution.

These are just some of the different ways a seasoned Kansas discrimination law firm will help you with your employment discrimination case. At Punchwork Law, we take every step possible to ensure you experience a successful case, all while giving you the genuine support and motivation you need during a difficult time.

For locals across Kansas who need an experienced discrimination attorney, contact Punchwork Law and schedule a free consultation with us today!