Your marital status should have no bearing on your qualifications or treatment at work. Unfortunately, some employers still make hiring or employment decisions based on whether someone is single, married, divorced, or widowed. If you’ve experienced this in Berkeley Heights, Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys can help you hold your employer accountable and fight for fair treatment.

What Is Marital Status Discrimination?

Marital status discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant differently based on whether they are married, single, divorced, separated, or widowed. This type of discrimination may influence hiring, promotions, pay, or workplace treatment.

Examples of Marital Status Discrimination:

  • Denying a job because someone is recently divorced or planning a wedding
  • Giving married employees favorable treatment over single workers
  • Firing an employee due to concerns about their spouse’s activities or profession
  • Assuming someone will be less committed because of family obligations

Legal Protections in New Jersey

New Jersey offers strong protections for workers facing this kind of bias:

  • New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD): Specifically prohibits discrimination based on marital status.

This means your employer cannot make assumptions or take action against you based on whether you are married, not married, divorced, or separated. These protections apply to hiring, job assignments, promotions, pay, and termination.

What You Can Do If You’re Being Discriminated Against

  • Document any incidents or comments made about your marital status
  • Report concerns to your HR department in writing
  • Gather evidence such as emails, evaluations, or witness statements
  • Consult with an employment law attorney to explore your options

Legal Help for Employees in Berkeley Heights

Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys have extensive experience fighting workplace discrimination across New Jersey. If you’ve been mistreated due to your marital status, their legal team will work to protect your rights, restore your professional reputation, and pursue compensation for damages.

Contact Castronovo & McKinney Today

No one should face unfair treatment at work because of their personal relationships. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation and take a stand against marital status discrimination in the workplace.

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Morristown, NJ 07960
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New York, NY 10170
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