We represent victims of reverse discrimination and anti-DEI whistleblowers

After many years, the federal government is finally taking action to address discrimination stemming from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. These efforts claim to assist employees from formerly or currently marginalized groups. However, hiring campaigns, mentorship programs and other initiatives based on race, sex or some other protected characteristic could be breaking the law, regardless of whether they were conceived with good intentions.

If you believe you’re a victim of DEI-related discrimination, these are some of the ways you can start to pursue a potential legal remedy:

• Document examples of bias — Keep detailed records of all incidents related to the mistreatment you’ve experienced. Record dates, times, places, individuals involved, witnesses and the nature of the discriminatory acts. Physical evidence such as emails and memos can also support your claim.

• Make a report to your HR department or manager — Though they might not be effective or even enforced, most organizations have policies and procedures for addressing discrimination internally. Reporting the incident to your human resources department or a supervisor is often the first step. This action provides the employer an opportunity to address the issue and may resolve the situation without further escalation.

• Speak with a qualified employment lawyer — When your employer fails to resolve the problem, it’s time to consider legal action. Typically, this starts by filing a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). However, there are strict deadlines and procedures associated with these actions, so it’s best to work with knowledgeable employment attorney who can see that your filing is timely and complete. 

Once a charge is filed, the EEOC will notify your employer and may engage in various processes such as mediation or investigation. The EEOC might also issue a “notice of right to sue,” especially if they decide not to take further action. This notice is crucial as it allows you to proceed with filing a lawsuit in federal court.

Remember that just because you might be claiming what is sometimes called “reverse discrimination,” you have the same rights as anyone else to obtain legal relief for the harm you’ve endured. The U.S. Supreme Court has recently ruled that all bias claims must be evaluated under the same standards. 

The attorneys at Kardell Law Group  aggressively pursue justice for clients victimized by DEI-related discrimination. Don’t wait to assert your rights in this rapidly growing area of law.