Summary
Workplace discrimination may be present if there is differential treatment based on race, such as penalizing black employees for actions that white employees are not penalized for, or discriminatory comments from supervisors. In Georgia, you can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) if you believe you have been discriminated against. Consider consulting with an employment attorney for personalized advice.Full Conversation
I am a blank woman working in Georgia for a company named Maldonado Burkett which is a contractor for Georgia department of transportation. Myself as well as others at this job have felt discriminated against due to our race. Based on the following information do you think I have a case to sue them for workplace discrimination.
Hi ****,
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you provide more details about the discriminatory actions or behaviors you've experienced? This will help determine if you have a potential case for workplace discrimination.
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Hannah came in at *:* because Dunkin’ Donuts line was long
Bri said Hannah told her Monday (I was out sick) that if she catches her sleep just don’t say anything
Tina came in talking about Nijea saying she don’t finish her events and pass on all her work and Beth had to finish her work
She also said Sharon has been abandoning them
In my * on * Gina said “Hannah is being nice about it, if it were me I would have been let you go”
Hannah said Gina has a shorter fuse with me because of the last trainees
Things to note
-sent home early, had a fever of *, and was penalized
-I witness white employees leaving early daily
-all white 1st shift
-all white supervisors
-our meeting August * I was told “Hannah is being nice I would’ve been let you go” and to take my job serious
-me and another black employee were told we would be penalized by staying an extra * minutes late if we want a break but others on first shift leave daily to get lunch for everyone with no penalties
-was told by Hannah that Gina has a shorter fuse for the new trainees because the last ones left a bad taste in her mouth (black trainees???)
August *, *
Was told by GDOT employee that a previous trainee was fired for failing their certification exam but I former employees have said white employees were given * extra weeks in the classroom and a retest for their certification exam and was hired after.
Hi ****,
Based on the details you've provided, you might have grounds for a workplace discrimination case. Key points include:
- Differential treatment of black and white employees.
- Penalization for actions where white employees are not penalized.
- Discriminatory comments and behaviors from supervisors.
Consider contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to file a complaint. For your specific location in Georgia:
EEOC Atlanta District Office
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Alabama Street, SW, Suite 4R30, Atlanta, GA *
Website: www.eeoc.govYou may also consult with an employment attorney for personalized advice.