Despite significant strides in equity and diversity policy, discrimination in the workplace remains a pervasive issue across Maryland. It’s critical that you know your rights and the remedies available to you, and that’s where an experienced Annapolis employment law attorney can help.
What Constitutes Employment Discrimination in Maryland?
Employment discrimination occurs when an employer treats a job applicant or employee unfavorably because of a protected characteristic. Under Maryland, DC, and/or federal law, it is illegal to make employment decisions based on these characteristics.
What are Protected Characteristics?
| Race or Color | National Origin | Religion |
| Sex | Pregnancy Status | Sexual Orientation |
| Gender Identity | Age (40+) | Disability |
| Marital Status | Genetic Information | Immigration Status |
Common Adverse Discriminatory Workplace Actions
| Termination | Inequitable pay and bonuses | Harassment |
| Preferential hiring | Unequal enforcement of rules | Harsher discipline |
| Inequitable promotions | A hostile work environment | Increased scrutiny |
| Changes in schedule or duties | Denying reasonable accommodations | Workplace exclusion |
Seeking Justice for Employment Discrimination
Victims of workplace discrimination may be entitled to certain remedies, including:
- Job placement, reinstatement, or promotion
- Lost wages and benefits
- Lost future earnings
- Medical expenses, including the costs of any mental health treatment
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Attorney’s fees and any court costs
- Injunctive Relief
Contact Our Skilled Maryland Employment Discrimination Attorney Today: Your Essential Legal Ally
If you or a loved one have been the victim of employment discrimination in Maryland or the DC Metro Area, trust Ellison Sadri to help you demand justice, accountability, and change. Call us at (410)-974-6000 or contact us today so we can get started fighting for you! All initial consultations are, as always, free and confidential.