How can I take action against discrimination in the workplace?
May 19, 2022 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Gerda Dietrich
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you as I urgently need help in addressing discrimination in the workplace. My name is Maria Sauer and I have been working at a company for five years, where I have been increasingly discriminated against for some time now.
The situation began about a year ago when my new supervisor started making derogatory remarks about my gender. He constantly makes sexist comments and treats me differently than my male colleagues. I have tried to address the issue internally, but my supervisor has ignored my complaints and claimed that I am too sensitive.
The discrimination has continued since then and I feel uncomfortable and unfairly treated in the workplace. I fear that my career and overall work environment could be negatively affected if I do not take action.
My question to you is: How can I address discrimination in the workplace and what legal options do I have to enforce my right to equal treatment? I want to ensure that my complaints are taken seriously and that my workplace is free from discrimination. I would greatly appreciate your support and advice.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Maria Sauer
Dear Mrs. Sauer,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise. I am sorry to hear that you are facing discrimination in the workplace. It is important that you stand up against such behavior and assert your right to equal treatment.
Firstly, it is commendable that you tried to address the issue internally. However, it is unfortunate that your superior ignored your complaints. In such cases, it is advisable to seek legal advice from a lawyer to take legal action.
Discrimination in the workplace is legally prohibited in Germany. The General Equal Treatment Act (AGG) protects employees from discrimination based on gender, race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual identity. If you believe you are being discriminated against based on your gender, you have the right to take action.
To address workplace discrimination, you can initiate various legal steps. Firstly, you should document your complaints in writing and present them to your employer. It is important that you can prove that you are being discriminated against. If your employer does not respond appropriately to your complaints, you can file a complaint with the relevant anti-discrimination agency.
Furthermore, you may also consider legal actions such as filing a lawsuit in the labor court. A lawyer can assist you in asserting your rights and help you make appropriate claims for damages.
It is important that you do not hesitate to seek help and stand up against discrimination. You have the right to a discrimination-free work environment and should not hesitate to assert your rights.
I am available to discuss your situation in more detail and assist you in enforcing your rights. Please do not hesitate to contact me to schedule a consultation.
Sincerely,
Gerda Dietrich, Lawyer
