Houston Workplace Discrimination Attorney
Have you been treated unfairly at work due to race, gender, age, disability, or religion? Our Houston discrimination attorneys hold employers accountable and protect your rights
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When Workplace Discrimination Threatens Your Career
At Egbuonu Law, we know workplace discrimination can harm your career and well-being. Whether it’s biased hiring or unfair promotions, we fight to protect your rights and hold employers accountable.
Investigating and Addressing Discrimination
We document workplace discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or pregnancy, building strong cases under Title VII and Texas Labor Code §21.051 et seq.
Identifying Patterns and Employer Negligence
We investigate repeated biased practices, negligent policies, or systemic workplace issues to ensure your case reflects the full scope of violations.
Navigating Federal and State Protections
We guide clients through Title VII protections, EEOC procedures, and Texas Labor Code provisions to make the legal process clear and actionable.
Fighting for Remedies and Accountability
We pursue financial compensation, corrective action, or policy changes to protect your rights and hold employers accountable.
What Our Clients Say
Clients value our firm’s clear communication, compassion, and commitment to fair results in employment, personal injury, and criminal defense cases.
Justice doesn’t wait — and neither do we.
Every case at Egbuonu Law starts with one mindset — we’re ready for trial. That preparation gives us leverage long before we ever step into a courtroom.
Clients trust us because we keep them informed, not guessing. They know their lawyer is in the fight with them, not behind a desk.
And when it’s time to act, we go on offense — pushing harder, arguing sharper, and refusing to back down. That’s how we’ve secured dismissals, acquittals, and life-changing settlements across Houston.
Types of Discrimination Cases We Handle
Workplace discrimination is illegal under Texas Labor Code §21.051 et seq. and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. At Egbuonu Law, our Houston workplace discrimination lawyers help employees facing unfair treatment and ensure employers are held accountable.
Race or Color Discrimination
Employees cannot be treated unfairly because of their race or skin color. This includes biased hiring, promotions, pay disparities, or hostile work environments. We pursue claims under Texas Labor Code §21.051 to protect your career and ensure equal treatment.
Gender and Pregnancy Discrimination
Discrimination based on gender or pregnancy is illegal in Houston. This includes unfair treatment in hiring, job assignments, promotions, pay, or leave policies. Egbuonu Law represents employees in claims under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and federal protections under Title VII.
Age Discrimination
Employees over 40 are protected from age-based bias in hiring, promotion, layoffs, or termination under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). We fight for fair treatment and compensation when older workers face discrimination.
Disability Discrimination
Employers must provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities and cannot treat them unfairly. We assist employees in claims under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure equal opportunity and protection.
Religious or National Origin Discrimination
Employees are protected from bias based on religion, beliefs, or country of origin. Egbuonu Law handles cases where workers face unfair treatment, harassment, or wrongful termination under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and Title VII.
Retaliation for Reporting Discrimination
If an employee is demoted, terminated, or otherwise punished after reporting discrimination, this is illegal under Texas Labor Code §21.055. We defend employees who are retaliated against for asserting their rights.
What Is Workplace Discrimination?
Workplace discrimination happens when an employee faces unfair treatment based on protected traits like race, sex, age, disability, religion, or national origin. In Houston, it’s prohibited under Texas Labor Code §21.051–§21.055 and federal laws like Title VII and the ADA. Discrimination may occur in hiring, pay, promotions, or termination. Employers must ensure fair, bias-free workplaces and investigate complaints. At Egbuonu Law, we help Houston employees document evidence, file claims, and hold employers accountable to secure justice and remedies under state and federal law.
How Do I Address or Report Workplace Discrimination?
Employees in Houston have specific legal protections and options for addressing discrimination:
Do You Have a Case?
Document discriminatory actions
- Keep detailed records of incidents, including dates, times, locations, and witnesses. Accurate documentation strengthens your case.
Report to HR or management
- Notify your employer following company policy. Employers are legally obligated to investigate and take corrective action.
Consult a discrimination lawyer
- A lawyer can assess your case, determine violations under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and §21.055 (protection against retaliation), and advise on potential remedies.
Submit a formal complaint if necessary
- This may involve internal grievance procedures or filing a claim with the EEOC or Texas Workforce Commission Civil Rights Division.
Protect against retaliation
- Any demotion, termination, or other adverse action for reporting discrimination is illegal under Texas Labor Code §21.055. A Houston Discrimination Lawyer can help enforce your rights and secure remedies.
In Which Situations Can You Take Legal Action for Workplace Discrimination?
You may have grounds for a discrimination claim in Houston under these circumstances:
Hiring or promotion discrimination
- Being denied a job, promotion, or opportunity based on protected traits.
Pay or benefits discrimination
- Unequal pay, bonuses, or benefits due to race, gender, age, disability, or other protected traits.
Termination or demotion
- Being fired, laid off, or demoted for reasons tied to protected characteristics.
Hostile work environment
- Persistent discriminatory conduct that interferes with your ability to perform your job.
Retaliation for reporting discrimination
- Any adverse action taken against you for asserting your rights under Texas Labor Code §21.055.
Ready to Take Action Against Workplace Discrimination?
No employee should face unfair treatment or retaliation at work. If you’ve experienced workplace discrimination, retaliation, or bias, Egbuonu Law is ready to fight for your rights and hold employers accountable. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward justice and equality in your workplace.