Religious Discrimination Attorneys in Alabama and Georgia

Religious Discrimination

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Religious discrimination happens when you’re treated unfairly because of your beliefs, your religious practices, or your lack of religion. Under federal law, it’s illegal for employers and housing providers to treat you differently based on religion, whether that’s Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, or any other faith.

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Religious Discrimination in the Workplace

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The law protects employees from both disparate treatment (being singled out for your religion) and disparate impact (policies that unfairly affect religious groups).

Here are some common examples:

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Biased Hiring, Promotion, or Firing

• Hiring only from a specific religious group
• Denying promotions based on religious appearance (head coverings, beards, etc.)
• Terminating someone for taking religious holidays off

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Denial of Reasonable Accommodations

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Employers are legally required to provide reasonable accommodations unless it creates undue hardship for the business. Examples include:

• Flexible scheduling for religious observances
• Dress code exceptions (such as headscarves or turbans)
• Time or space to pray during the workday

When companies ignore or deny these requests without legitimate reason, they may be violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

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Religious Harassment

A hostile work environment is created when employees are mocked, threatened, or ridiculed for their beliefs. Examples include:

• Derogatory comments about your religion
• Pressure to participate in another faith’s practices
• Repeated jokes or slurs that make your workplace feel unsafe

If the harassment is severe and ongoing, you may be entitled to compensation.

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What Legal Protections Are Available?

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You are protected under:

• Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 – covers religious discrimination in employment

The Alabama and Georgia religious discrimination attorneys at The Workers’ Firm can assess your situation and explain your legal options clearly.

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What You Could Recover in a Religious Discrimination Case

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If your rights were violated, you may be eligible for:

• Reinstatement, hiring, or promotion
• Back pay and lost wages
• Compensation for emotional distress
• Punitive damages
• Attorney’s fees and court costs

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