Race Discrimination

New Orleans Racial Discrimination Attorney
Phone: (504) 525-2520

Located in New Orleans, racial discrimination attorney James Arruebarrena assists clients throughout Louisiana who have been discriminated against by their employer or denied a job because of their race.

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.
Employment discrimination is prohibited by state and federal law. Title VII prohibits employers from discriminating against employees or treating employees in a discriminatory manner because of their race. In addition, you cannot be passed over for promotion, denied benefits, or denied work assignments because of your race. You also cannot be discharged or denied employment because of your race.

Mr. Arruebarrena has been assisting clients in race discrimination claims since 1993. He understands the laws and has the litigation experience to help you. He will take the time to learn about your situation and your goals, and will take the time to explain your options and the legal process. For information regarding why Mr. Arruebarrena is the right lawyer for you, please visit our Firm Overview page.

What Is Race Discrimination?

Race discrimination is disparate treatment because of your race. In the workplace, it can include the following:

  • Segregation based on race or national origin
  • Employment opportunities (or the denial of access to employment opportunities) based on race or national origin
  • Harassment, including racial slurs and inappropriate remarks, based on race or national origin
  • Wage differentiation based on race or national origin
  • Any other disparate treatment based on race or national origin

Contact an Experienced New Orleans Racial Discrimination Attorney

If you would like more information about racial discrimination and the state and federal laws that protect you, or to discuss your particular situation with an experienced racial discrimination attorney, please schedule a confidential consultation with Mr. Arruebarrena by calling us at (504) 525-2520, e-mailing us, or filling 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.

Office Location 1010 Common Street, Suite 3000
New Orleans, LA 70112
Direct Line: (504) 525-2520
Fax: (504) 581-7083

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Based in New Orleans, employee rights attorney James L. Arruebarrena represents employees throughout Louisiana including the cities of New Orleans, Metairie, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Hammond, Covington, and Slidell. As an employment lawyer who represents employees, Mr. Arruebarrena's representation also includes most parishes in Louisiana, including Jefferson, Orleans, St. Tammany, and Tangipahoa.

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