Questions answered by Joel Efrem Cohen

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I get paid less than all the white managers who have just started. Is this discrimination?

Joel's answer | Answered on May 25, 2015

I suggest you contact a lawyer, and one of us can both analyze your case, and walk you through (if your case is valid) how to strengthen your...

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Wrongful termination after reporting discrimination and harassment, what to do?

Joel's answer | Answered on May 24, 2015

Contact a lawyer to discuss what causes of action you may have--including National Origin discrimination and/or Retaliation claims.

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So I filed a complaint against my boss for a racial slur and now HR is doing their investigation do I still need file with EEOC

Joel's answer | Answered on May 19, 2015

You may want to speak with an employment attorney to strategize as to how to file with EEOC, and what evidence to show.

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What can I do if my manager and co-workers make the work environment very uncomfortable? I get harassed, discriminated against

Joel's answer | Answered on May 18, 2015

You posted this description in the Sexual Harassment section in Avvo, but didn't list any examples of sexual harassment. If such sexually...

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Is that a discrimination?

Joel's answer | Answered on May 18, 2015

Speak with a lawyer about proof needed for a national origin discrimination case. If the same person hired you, then that would be a major weakness...

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Pregnancy discrimination and sexual biased. Was relieved from job after taking management position upon request of fmla leave

Joel's answer | Answered on May 16, 2015

You should contact a licensed TN attorney, whether via Avvo, word of mouth, Yellow Pages, etc..., to see whether you have a legitimate sexual...

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I am experiencing workplace discrimination and intimidation from management. It has become a hostile environment to work in.

Joel's answer | Answered on May 12, 2015

I suggest you soon contact an attorney to learn of the best strategic moves you can make to strengthen your possible race...

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Do I have enough for a civil case?

Joel's answer | Answered on May 12, 2015

You should contact a lawyer to speak about whether you have a viable pregnancy discrimination case.

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My female manager frequently gives explicit details of her newlywed sex life. Is this sexual harassment?

Joel's answer | Answered on May 11, 2015

Assuming your employer has employed 15+ employees for 20+ weeks in 2015 or 2014, then I urge you to contact an attorney off-line to see what should...

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I filed a Title VII Discrimination (Pregnancy) complaint against my employer. I was forced out on leave. Do I need an attorney?

Joel's answer | Answered on May 05, 2015

You may want to contact an attorney to help deal with the defenses that your employer may offer. You're correct with respect to your assumption...

Joel Efrem Cohen's Answers (2406)

I get paid less than all the white managers who have just started. Is this discrimination?

Wrongful termination after reporting discrimination and harassment, what to do?

So I filed a complaint against my boss for a racial slur and now HR is doing their investigation do I still need file with EEOC

What can I do if my manager and co-workers make the work environment very uncomfortable? I get harassed, discriminated against

Is that a discrimination?

Pregnancy discrimination and sexual biased. Was relieved from job after taking management position upon request of fmla leave

I am experiencing workplace discrimination and intimidation from management. It has become a hostile environment to work in.

Do I have enough for a civil case?

My female manager frequently gives explicit details of her newlywed sex life. Is this sexual harassment?

I filed a Title VII Discrimination (Pregnancy) complaint against my employer. I was forced out on leave. Do I need an attorney?