The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlaws discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, and national origin in employment and other opportunities. Unfortunately, people face discrimination in workplaces and daily life, which is painful and limiting.
You deserve compensation, whether you’ve been denied opportunities, mistreated, or subjected to harassment because of race, gender, religion, or other identifiers. Even so, you must prove intent, gather strong evidence, and face retaliation from the offending party.
You should work with a legal professional to protect your legal rights. Our Los Angeles Discrimination Attorney at Haeggquist & Eck is dedicated to standing up for your rights, holding employers and institutions accountable, and fighting for fair compensation and treatment.
We understand the toll discrimination takes on your career, mental health, and financial stability, and are here to provide compassionate guidance and aggressive representation.
Facing the aftermath of discrimination without a lawyer can make you vulnerable to unfair settlements, missed legal deadlines, and difficulty proving your case. However, you can protect your interests with the support of our discrimination lawyers.
Our commitment to our clients and our legal work has resulted in peer recognition, including inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. We are rooted in the community and serve clients across Los Angeles and Southern California.
You can count on Haeggquist & Eck for quality representation in your discrimination case. We are deeply rooted in the community and are proud to serve clients across Los Angeles and Southern California.
There is no average value of a discrimination lawsuit. The value depends on the facts and circumstances of the case. Here are the factors that influence the value of a discrimination lawsuit:
The type and severity of discrimination you experienced can impact the value of your lawsuit. Discrimination based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, or religion may result in higher damages than other forms of discrimination.
How the discriminatory actions affected your career, finances, and emotional well-being can also enhance the lawsuit’s value. Our discrimination lawyers can assess the impact of the inequity and pursue fair and just compensation for your losses.
Employer size can determine if you’ll receive a higher or lower settlement value. Larger companies possess extensive resources, experienced legal teams, and deeper pockets, making them challenging opponents.
Even so, it can potentially lead to higher settlements as larger employers try to avoid publicity. Smaller companies have fewer resources to fight cases but may offer lower settlement amounts.
Large corporations often have systemic discrimination histories that can strengthen your case, while smaller businesses typically maintain more personal environments with less institutionalized discrimination. Our Los Angeles discrimination attorney leverages employer size and financial resources to maximize your claim’s value.
The tangible and intangible losses you have suffered due to discrimination can determine if you’ll receive a higher or lower settlement value. Tangible damages, such as lost income, benefits, or out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the discrimination, with a direct dollar value.
On the other hand, intangible damages like emotional distress, mental anguish, and damage to your reputation may be harder to quantify but are equally important in assessing the overall value of your case.
Our Los Angeles discrimination lawyer can use medical records, prescription records, workplace records, and personal journals to prove emotional distress.
The strength of the evidence you have to support your discrimination claims can lead to a higher or lower settlement value. The more evidence you have, the higher your chances of receiving a fair settlement value that covers your losses.
The following sources of evidence can enhance the value of your claim:
Conversely, insufficient evidence may weaken your case and limit the potential damages you can recover.
Retaining an experienced discrimination lawyer to represent you can enhance the value of your lawsuit. Our skilled discrimination attorney, who understands discrimination law, can assess the strength of your case, interpret applicable laws, negotiate with opposing parties, and advocate for your rights.
Their knowledge and experience can help maximize the value of your lawsuit and secure the compensation you deserve for the discrimination you have endured.
Although discrimination can occur in any area in Los Angeles, residents and visitors are highly vulnerable in specific zones. Here are the particular zones where discrimination is likely to occur in Los Angeles:
If you face discrimination in the above zones, you can pursue compensation. Our discrimination attorneys can investigate the incident, gather evidence, and initiate a lawsuit or settlement negotiations with the offending party.
Our Los Angeles discrimination lawyer provides dedicated legal support for your unique legal situation. With experience and compassion, we guide you through every stage of your case, protecting your rights and pursuing fair treatment and compensation for your losses.
We can represent if you suffer from the following forms of discrimination:
If you suffer loss because of any of the above types of inequity, you can count on our discrimination lawyers to represent you.
Facing the offending party who discriminated against you can be intimidating and emotionally draining, particularly when they deny any wrongdoing or use legal tactics to oppose your claim. They may also hire a defense attorney, further frustrating your compensation claim.
However, you can enhance the chances of a positive outcome by working with our discrimination lawyers.
Here’s how our discrimination attorneys can help you face the at-fault party:
Employers often defend discrimination allegations by claiming legitimate business reasons, such as performance issues or economic factors. Our seasoned discrimination attorneys challenge these tactics by analyzing performance evaluations, communication records, company policies, and financial documents to uncover inconsistencies and biases.
We present solid evidence and legal arguments to effectively counter employer justifications and demonstrate discriminatory motives.
You must act promptly to protect your rights. Before you can file a lawsuit for discrimination under state law, you must first file a complaint with the California Civil Rights Department (CRD).
You have three years from the date of the discriminatory act to file this complaint.
Filing with the CRD triggers an official investigation and preserves your right to sue. Our attorneys ensure you meet all critical deadlines so you do not lose your right to pursue compensation.
Settlement negotiations provide strategic advantages in discrimination cases. Our discrimination attorneys handle negotiations on your behalf, advocating for your rights while working toward fair resolutions without lengthy court battles.
We can assess case strengths and weaknesses, communicate with opposing parties using compelling arguments and evidence to secure favorable settlements. Our discrimination lawyers guide you through the entire process, keeping you informed and empowered to make decisions to protect your legal right to compensation.
When facing discrimination in the workplace, you may wonder when it’s appropriate to take legal action. You should consider filing a lawsuit if you’ve exhausted all internal avenues to resolve the issue.
Although going to court is a last resort, it is a viable route to protect your rights and pursue compensation for your losses. A discrimination lawsuit allows for a neutral assessment of the claim and often leads to a better outcome.
Our team of seasoned discrimination attorneys at Haeggquist & Eck understands discrimination lawsuits and can guide you through the legal process. We will work tirelessly to build a strong case and advocate for your rights in the courtroom.
You can count on us to protect your legal rights as a victim of discrimination.
When proving discrimination in the workplace, you must demonstrate that an employer’s actions were motivated by bias rather than legitimate business reasons. For example, an employer may use performance concerns rather than discrimination if they denied you a promotion despite your excellent qualifications.
You need strong evidence to make your case against an employer. Our experienced Los Angeles Lawyers at Haeggquist & Eck know how to uncover the truth. We can gather evidence, interview witnesses, and build a compelling case to demonstrate unfair treatment.
Our discrimination attorneys can help protect your rights while maintaining employment and guide you through the legal process. Contact us online or at (310) 651-8001 for a free case evaluation.
You may have a valid discrimination claim if you experienced unfair treatment based on protected characteristics like race, gender, age, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
Key indicators include unequal treatment compared to similarly situated individuals, documented incidents, witness testimony, or patterns of discriminatory behavior. Consult our Los Angeles discrimination attorneys for a thorough case evaluation and legal guidance.
In workplace discrimination lawsuits, you can seek compensation for lost income, benefits, emotional distress, mental anguish, medical expenses, and punitive damages. Additional remedies may include job reinstatement, promotions, policy changes, and attorney fees.
Yes, you can file a discrimination claim while still employed. California law protects employees from retaliation for filing discrimination complaints. You should document all discriminatory incidents, preserve evidence, and consider filing with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) within one year.
Discrimination is a specific adverse action—such as being fired, demoted, or denied a promotion—taken because of your protected characteristic (like race or gender).
A hostile work environment occurs when harassment based on a protected characteristic is so severe or pervasive that it alters the conditions of your employment and creates an abusive working environment.
A hostile work environment is a form of illegal harassment.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act, or FEHA, is California's primary law that prohibits workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. It applies to employers with five or more employees and provides broader protections than federal law.
For example, it protects against discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and marital status, among other categories.
The CRD (California Civil Rights Department) enforces California's anti-discrimination laws, like FEHA. The EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) enforces federal anti-discrimination laws, like the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
FEHA often provides more protection for California workers than federal law. Depending on your case, you may file with one or both agencies. An attorney can advise you on the best strategy.
Retaliation is illegal. If your employer takes adverse action against you—such as firing you, demoting you, or cutting your hours—for complaining about discrimination, you may have a separate legal claim for retaliation.
Document every instance of retaliatory behavior, including dates, times, what was said or done, and who was present. Then, contact a discrimination lawyer immediately to discuss your rights.
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