Scarsdale Racial Discrimination Lawyers

We Handle Race Discrimination Cases in Scarsdale 

At Carey & Associates, P.C., our Scarsdale racial discrimination attorneys are standing by, ready to fight to protect your rights and interests. Were you the victim of discriminatory practices in the workplace based on race? We can help. State and federal laws provide strong protections for workers. If you have experienced racial discrimination at work, contact us today for a fully confidential consultation with a top Scarsdale racial discrimination lawyer.

Know the Law on Racial Discrimination in the Workplace

Workers in Scarsdale and throughout Westchester County are protected against race-based discrimination under both state and federal law. Key protections include:

• Federal Law: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is the primary federal law prohibiting racial discrimination in the workplace. It applies to employers with 15 or more employees and makes it unlawful to treat an individual unfavorably because of race, color, or ethnicity in hiring, firing, pay, promotions, training, or other terms and conditions of employment.
  
• New York Law: The New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) provides even broader protections. It applies to nearly all employers—including those with just one employee—and prohibits race-based discrimination in all aspects of employment. The NYSHRL also bars retaliation against individuals who report or oppose discrimination.
  

The Elements of a Racial Discrimination Claim in New York

If you believe you were treated unfairly based on your race by an employer or as a job applicant, you may have a claim under the NYSHRL and/or Title VII. To prevail, you must establish:

1. Protected Class Membership: You are a member of a protected class based on race, color, or ethnicity. All races are protected.
   
2. Qualification for the Job: You were qualified for the position or meeting your employer’s fair expectations.
   
3. Adverse Employment Action: You suffered a material, negative change in your employment—such as termination, demotion, pay reduction, or denial of promotion.
   
4. Discriminatory Motive: Race was the reason—or at least one of the reasons—you were subjected to adverse treatment. Evidence can include direct statements or circumstantial proof, such as less favorable treatment compared to similarly situated employees of another race.
   

Examples of Racial Discrimination at Work

• An employee in Scarsdale is repeatedly passed over for promotions despite strong performance reviews, while less qualified coworkers of a different race are promoted. Management makes derogatory comments stereotyping the employee’s racial background. This combination of unequal advancement and discriminatory remarks may support a claim.
  
• A restaurant server in Scarsdale is consistently assigned to less desirable shifts and lower-paying sections, while coworkers of another race receive prime schedules and lucrative tables. The employer offers vague, unsupported justifications and shows a pattern of treating employees of that race less favorably. This could constitute racial discrimination.
  

How Our New York Employment Attorneys Can Help

Race discrimination in the workplace is unacceptable. Mark Carey, a New York employment attorney with nearly three decades of experience, fights tirelessly for justice. Our client testimonials speak for themselves. Our Scarsdale racial discrimination attorneys are ready to:

• Listen to your story and answer your questions;
  
• Investigate your case and gather supporting evidence;
  
• Represent you in settlement negotiations; and
  
• Take your case as far as needed to secure the best possible outcome.
  

Contact Our Scarsdale Racial Discrimination Lawyers Today

At Carey & Associates, P.C., our Scarsdale racial discrimination attorneys are ready to help you determine the best course of action. Employment law is complex, but you do not have to face discrimination alone. Call us at (914) 705-5427 or contact us online for a fully confidential, no-obligation consultation. We represent victims of race discrimination in Scarsdale, Westchester County, and throughout New York.