I was terminated due to the color of my skin, and the fact that I am not one of the favorites, or a
I was recently terminated from a position with an insurance company for what they called being involved in an arguement inside the work place. I have witnessed many employees who have been in louder, more explicit arguements in front of management, yet they are still there because they are not black. Do I have a strong case against them?
2 answers | asked Apr 12, 2001 11:29 AM [EST] | applies to Florida
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Skin color discrimination is unlawful, but you need the proof to win
Color of skin is an unlawful basis for discrimination. Historically, members of the same race (African-Americans) were pitted against each other, with lighter skinned Blacks receiving favored treatment and status. The Civil Rights Act therefore made discrimination within the same race unlawful when based on skin color.
However, Tony is right, you need proof of this to win. Call him and tell him why you believe that your skin color was the reason for your termination.
Regards,
Neil.
posted by Neil Klingshirn | Apr 19, 2001 3:25 PM [EST]
Color of skin is an unlawful basis for discrimination. Historically, members of the same race (African-Americans) were pitted against each other, with lighter skinned Blacks receiving favored treatment and status. The Civil Rights Act therefore made discrimination within the same race unlawful when based on skin color.
However, Tony is right, you need proof of this to win. Call him and tell him why you believe that your skin color was the reason for your termination.
Regards,
Neil.
posted by Neil Klingshirn | Apr 19, 2001 3:25 PM [EST]
Discrimination
The evidence you cite is circumstantial evidence of discrimination. However, you do not provide enough information to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
Please feel free to contact me for a consultation at (954) 784-9788 or at tony@flmediation.com
Tony Bogdan
Attorney
posted by Robert A. Bogdan | Apr 13, 2001 08:47 AM [EST]
The evidence you cite is circumstantial evidence of discrimination. However, you do not provide enough information to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
Please feel free to contact me for a consultation at (954) 784-9788 or at tony@flmediation.com
Tony Bogdan
Attorney
posted by Robert A. Bogdan | Apr 13, 2001 08:47 AM [EST]
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