Recently, a woman sued her employer, Hollister Co., for back pay and damages and alleged that she was fired because she refused to wear pants or a skirt shorter than above the knee. The employee’s religion does not allow her to wear pants or skirts that are not knee length or longer. It is against CA and Federal law for an employer not to reasonably accommodate an employee for his or her religious beliefs, which can include an employee’s manner of dress when dictated by religion.

The Civil Rights Act protects all California employees from any type of discrimination, including hiring, firing, or not providing benefits, in the work place. Discrimination can be religious, as it was regarding this woman and her choice of dress, or it can be based on race, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, and age. An experienced employment lawyer can help you determine if you have been discriminated against by your employer.

If you live in California and believe you have been the victim of religious discrimination, or any other type of discrimination or harassment, call the experienced legal team of Law Offices of David H. Greenberg or visit us at www.discriminationattorney.com for more information at our website. Our knowledgeable employment lawyers might be able to help you recover damages for any pain, suffering, or lost wages you may have incurred as a result of discrimination. Call us at Law Offices of David H. Greenberg at 1-888-204-1014 today! Your consultation is free.