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Religion & Creed Discrimination
In the United States, we pride ourselves on our diversity. Our society comprises people from all walks of life who have the right to worship in their own way and to hold their own personal beliefs without fear of persecution or prejudice. When so many religions and beliefs interact with each other, however, there is a possibility that conflict may arise.
New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD)
Discrimination due to religion and creed is prohibited by NJ Law
New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) prohibits any form of discrimination based upon religion and/or creed, whether in employment, business transactions, or public accommodation. The law not only protects the major religions such as Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, and others, but also protects Atheists as well. It also prohibits discrimination based on an employee’s relationship with a member of a religion (ie, a spouse), or one’s perceived belief system and religion. However, it must be noted that the law does not protect an individual’s right to practice a belief system that would break other laws, such as those prohibiting racial or gender discrimination.
LAD (Continued)
The law ensures that everyone, regardless of religion, will have an even playing field in employment. It is illegal for an employer to refuse to hire you, subject you to different terms, or even fire you based on your religion or creed. During the hiring process, it is also illegal for the employer to ask questions about your religion, creed, or affiliations. Also, if you are subjected to conditions or terms that make it difficult to follow your religion or beliefs, you may have legal recourse.
Further, it is illegal to subject you to workplace harassment or religious slurs. The employer is also required to provide accommodation for people who need it to follow their religion, such as providing an appropriate place for an Islamic follower to pray in accordance with the dictates of his or her faith.
LAD also protects women who are pregnant and are discriminated against by their employer.
Compensation You May Be Eligible For
Aiello, Harris, Abate Law Group PC has a reputation for successfully representing individuals who have faced religious discrimination. If we prevail in your case you may be entitled to equitable relief, back pay to compensate you for lost earnings, front pay to compensate for a pay differential resulting from the discrimination, injunctive relief to correct your employer’s discriminatory practices, or reinstatement to any position that you lost as a result of discrimination. Find out if you have a case today.
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