New Orleans National Origin Discrimination Lawyer

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State and federal law prohibits employers from discriminating or retaliating against an employee based on their national origin or country of birth. This includes treating someone in a discriminatory manner because of their dress, customs and beliefs in accordance with their national origin.

Located in New Orleans, attorney James L. Arruebarrena has more than 17 years of experience representing victims of national origin discrimination and other wrongful workplace actions throughout Louisiana. He understands the laws and knows how to effectively apply them to protect our clients' rights. Contact us today to learn more about how Mr. Arruebarrena and our firm can help you.

If possible, please call to consult Mr. Arruebarrena before quitting your job or taking action.

He can advise you on the proper way of handling the situation and even help you draft a formal letter of protest.

What Is National Origin Discrimination?

National origin discrimination is more than treating someone differently because of his or her race. It can take many forms, including, but not limited to:

• Refusal to hire because of nationality
• Failure to accommodate for special customs
• Refusal to promote based on stereotypes or preconceived beliefs
• Workplace harassment, including inappropriate jokes and comments about the employee's national origin
• Differential treatment because of an employee's clothes

If you were denied a job or promotion, wrongfully terminated, retaliated against, or otherwise treated unfavorably at work because of your national origin, you have the right to file a claim against your employer. Act now, and talk to a lawyer about your case.

At our firm, we will take immediate action to investigate your claim and help you file the proper complaint. Our goal is to obtain the most favorable outcome on your behalf, whether that is reinstatement of your job, an immediate end to the discriminatory practices, and/or compensation for the wrong done to you.

Contact an Experienced Discrimination Attorney

For more information on national origin discrimination and the steps we can take to protect your rights, please schedule a consultation with Mr. Arruebarrena. Call us at (504) 525-2520 or (877) 525-2528 toll free, e-mail us, or fill out our employment law intake form on our Contact Us page. If your employer unlawfully made you suffer, let us help you make them pay.