Dallas / Fort Worth Religious Discrimination Lawyer

In America, we celebrate the right to worship as we see fit. When it comes to employment, religious affiliation is a protected classification under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

That means that you have certain rights under the law. Your employer must provide reasonable accommodation for the practice of your religious beliefs. That may mean setting aside a private prayer room for daily devotions that must take place during work hours, setting a schedule that allows breaks at certain times, or allowing you not to work on Saturday.

It also means that you cannot be expected to take part in the religious practices of others. Many employees do not know, for example, that it is a civil rights violation if involvement in office Christmas parties or Easter festivities is mandatory for success on the job.

If you have been the victim of religious discrimination on the job, you need to speak to an experienced attorney who can evaluate your case, advise you of your rights, and aggressively represent you during negotiations or in court.

I am Dallas, Texas, religious discrimination lawyer Dan A. Atkerson. Having practiced for more than 25 years, I offer clients experienced representation in a wide variety of employment discrimination claims.

To discuss your concerns about religious discrimination at work, please contact my office in Dallas for a free initial consultation and case evaluation.

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What You Need to Know About Religious Discrimination

Your religion or lack thereof should never be the basis for an employment decision. An employer cannot refuse to hire you or withhold a promotion based upon your religion or religious affiliation.

If you believe that an employer has discriminated against you because of your religion, it is important to document any occurrence or example as completely as possible. The greater the factual evidence you can provide, the more credible your claim will be.

In order to build a strong case, it is helpful to obtain, written statements from witnesses who saw or heard the incident, if possible. As soon as possible after the events, you should also write down a description of how the incident adversely affected your employment status. Examples include being demoted, given fewer or less desirable hours, being given less desirable job duties, being transferred to another position, or being fired. It can also include harassment about your religion.

I have handled numerous religious discrimination cases and can effectively advise you of potential litigation strategies and of the likelihood of success in your particular circumstances. Call the Law Offices of Dan. A. Atkerson in Dallas, Texas, at 1-214-383-3606 to set up a free case evaluation.

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