Houston Gender Discrimination Attorney
Have you been treated unfairly at work because of your gender or pregnancy? Our Houston attorneys hold employers accountable and fight to protect your rights.
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When Gender Discrimination Threatens Your Career
At Egbuonu Law, we understand that gender discrimination can affect your career, pay, and workplace experience. We protect your rights and pursue justice for unfair or biased treatment.
Investigating and Addressing Gender Bias
We document workplace discrimination based on gender or pregnancy, building strong legal claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Texas Labor Code §21.051 et seq.
Identifying Patterns and Employer Negligence
We examine repeated biased practices, negligent policies, or systemic workplace issues to ensure your case reflects the full extent of violations.
Navigating Federal and State Protections
We guide clients through EEOC procedures, federal Title VII protections, and Texas Labor Code provisions, simplifying the legal process and clarifying your options.
Fighting for Remedies and Accountability
We pursue financial compensation, reinstatement, corrective actions, or policy changes to protect your rights and hold employers accountable for gender-based violations.
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 Gender Discrimination Cases We Handle
Gender discrimination occurs when employees face unfair treatment based on gender in hiring, pay, or promotions. Egbuonu Law helps Houston workers protect their rights under Title VII and Texas Labor Code §21.051 et seq.
Unequal Pay or Promotions
Employees in Houston are protected from unequal pay or promotion practices under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (42 U.S.C. §2000e-2(a)). If you’ve been denied raises or advancement opportunities based on gender, our attorneys investigate, gather evidence, and fight to secure fair compensation and equal career growth.
Pregnancy or Parental Discrimination
Under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (42 U.S.C. §2000e(k)), it’s illegal for employers to penalize employees for pregnancy, childbirth, or parental responsibilities. We represent clients who’ve faced wrongful termination, demotion, or loss of benefits due to pregnancy or family-related leave.
Hostile Work Environment
Both Texas Labor Code §21.051 and Title VII (42 U.S.C. §2000e-2(a)(1)) prohibit unwelcome conduct or policies that create a hostile workplace based on gender. Our firm helps employees document and pursue claims involving harassment, intimidation, or ongoing gender-based bias in the workplace.
Retaliation for Reporting Discrimination
Retaliation for speaking out against gender discrimination violates Texas Labor Code §21.055 and Title VII (42 U.S.C. §2000e-3(a)). If you were demoted, fired, or treated unfairly after reporting misconduct, we’ll protect your rights and hold your employer accountable for illegal retaliation.
Policy Violations and Systemic Bias
Workplace policies that perpetuate gender bias—such as unequal leave, unfair promotion criteria, or exclusionary hiring practices—violate Texas Labor Code §21.051 and Title VII (42 U.S.C. §2000e-2(a)). Our team reviews internal policies, identifies systemic inequities, and pursues remedies to ensure compliance and equal opportunity for all employees.
What Is Gender Discrimination in the Workplace?
Gender discrimination occurs when an employee is treated unfairly or unequally based on sex, including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation. In Texas, this is prohibited under Texas Labor Code §21.051–§21.055, aligning with federal protections under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Gender discrimination can appear in hiring, promotions, pay, job assignments, benefits, or termination. Employers are legally required to provide a fair workplace, investigate complaints, and prevent bias or retaliation. At Egbuonu Law, our Houston gender discrimination lawyers help employees receive the justice they deserve.
How Do I Address or Report Gender Discrimination?
Employees in Texas have specific rights and steps to address gender discrimination:
Do You Have a Case?
Document discriminatory actions
- Record incidents, including dates, times, locations, and witnesses. Detailed documentation strengthens your case.
Report to HR or management
- Notify your employer according to company policy. Employers are required to investigate complaints and take corrective action.
Consult a gender discrimination lawyer
- A lawyer can assess your situation, identify violations under Texas Labor Code §21.051 and §21.055 (retaliation protection), and advise on legal remedies.
Submit a formal complaint if needed
- 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 gender discrimination is illegal under Texas Labor Code §21.055. Gender discrimination lawyers can help enforce your rights and secure remedies.
In Which Situations Can You Take Legal Action for Gender Discrimination?
You may have grounds for a gender discrimination claim in Texas under these circumstances:
Hiring or promotion discrimination
- Being denied a job, promotion, or opportunity solely because of your gender.
Pay or benefits discrimination
- Receiving lower pay, smaller bonuses, or unequal benefits due to gender, in violation of Texas Labor Code §21.051 and federal Equal Pay Act protections.
Termination or demotion
- Being fired, laid off, or demoted because of your gender or pregnancy status.
Hostile work environment
- Facing repeated unwelcome conduct, comments, or behavior based on gender that interferes with your ability to perform your job.
Retaliation for reporting discrimination
- Any demotion, termination, or adverse action after asserting your rights under Texas Labor Code §21.055 is illegal.
Ready to Take Action Against Gender Discrimination?
No employee should face unfair treatment, pay disparities, or retaliation because of their gender. If you’ve experienced gender discrimination, Egbuonu Law is here to protect your rights, hold employers accountable, and secure remedies under Texas and federal law. Contact us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward equality and justice in your workplace.