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Discrimination is the act of treating an individual less favorably than another in a comparable situation because of his race, age, gender, national origin, religion or a disability.

Often discrimination is related to employment, from advertising, recruitment, hiring and compensation to promotions, benefits, retirement and termination. However, as a matter of civil rights, discrimination also may occur in the provision of services at hotels, restaurants, recreational centers and retail establishments or in the course of obtaining credit, mortgages or other financial services to name a few instances.

Because state and federal laws prohibit discrimination, it seldom takes place in a direct manner, but rather in indirect forms. The subtlety, with which discrimination takes place, makes lawsuits seeking to recover damages inherently difficult. For a case to hold up in court, evidence of a discriminatory motive in the form of actual documentation is essential to prove an individual suffered harm.

At the law firm of Alford & Bertrand, our attorneys offer legal services for individuals who have experienced discriminatory treatment and/or retaliation on the basis of sex, race, religion, age or disability.

When you suspect your employer or a commercial enterprise is violating your rights, it is important to retain an attorney who can evaluate the circumstances, explain your legal options and recommend the best course of action.

For legal advice and guidance related to discriminatory practices in employment and business relationships, we invite you to call Alford & Bertrand at (800) 698-2889 to learn how an attorney/client relationship with our law firm can benefit you or your business.