The difference between harassment and discrimination is significant. Harassment refers to unwelcome conduct toward an individual. Alternatively, discrimination involves treating someone differently based on their age, gender, or other characteristics. If you are a victim of harassment or discrimination, the Shelly Leeke Law Firm can help you. We have more than a decade of legal …
What Is Employment Discrimination?
Employment discrimination is a serious legal issue that can have devastating consequences for individuals and families. If you believe you have been the victim of discrimination in the workplace, it is crucial to understand your rights and seek legal advice from a South Carolina wrongful termination lawyer at Shelly Leeke Law Firm. We will not …
What Is Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination?
With changes in work culture from the pandemic and the rise of social media, employers seem to regularly be under fire regarding the fair and appropriate treatment of their employees. Pregnancy and maternity discrimination are no exception. Though protections exist, birthing and nursing parents still face discrimination challenges in South Carolina every day. Our firm …
Where to File a Charge of Employment Discrimination
South Carolina employees have the right to a workplace free from discrimination. Actions by your employer may be discriminatory if you are treated differently than other co-workers when you belong to a legally protected class, such as age, race, religion, or sex. You may have the legal right to file a discrimination claim in South …
How to Prove Discrimination at Work
Your job may be fulfilling and lucrative, giving you a strong sense of identity and purpose. Other times, it may simply be an avenue for moving you forward in life to what you really want to do. Regardless of how you view your job, you should never be the victim of those who create a …