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Discrimination is Prohibited Under Both Federal and State Laws.
It is important to be aware that there are several different complaints processes that may be available to you. As your labor discrimination lawyer, Rubix Legal works with you to ensure you make the correct decision about which to choose.
It is important to seek legal advice before lodging a complaint to make sure you follow the best process for your case as you cannot change your mind later. If you believe you have a claim and are unsure about which process to follow, you can contact a professional employment discrimination lawyer here.
If you believe you have been subjected to age, gender, religious or racial discrimination – or any other form of discrimination – reach out to us on 07 3726 5002 or book a consultation with us today.
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What is Discrimination?
Generally speaking, discrimination occurs when someone is treated poorly because of a particular attribute they have. If you’re unsure whether your experience qualifies, a workplace discrimination lawyer can help you understand your rights. Under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, it is unlawful to discriminate against someone on the following grounds: sex, relationship status, pregnancy, parental status, breastfeeding, age, race, impairment, religious belief or activity, political belief or activity, gender identity, sexuality or family responsibilities.
Discrimination can be direct or indirect or both.
Direct discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly because of one of the protected attributes (e.g. pregnancy) when compared to someone who doesn’t have one of the attributes (e.g. someone who is not pregnant).
Indirect discrimination occurs when someone who has a protected attribute cannot comply with a term or policy or practice because of their protected attribute. If the term is unreasonable, it may be unlawful. For example, if an employer imposes a height requirement for job applicants without any reasonable cause, applicants who are typically short because of a particular attribute could be disadvantaged and miss out on the job opportunity.
Acts of discrimination in the workplace can take many forms. For instance, it can involve dismissal, demotions, bullying or a variety of types of differential treatment. Get the help you deserve with an experienced labor discrimination lawyer.
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What Are My Options?
There are several different complaints processes available for pursing a discrimination claim. There are also a variety of important things to consider before lodging a claim, for example have you been subjected to gender discrimination, age discrimination, racial discrimination, etc… An employment discrimination lawyer can help you assess your case and determine the best course of action.
The main complaints processes in Queensland are: The Queensland Human Rights Commission (QHRC), Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC), Australian Human Rights Commission and Fair Work Commission. Each authority has its own process for pursing a discrimination claim as well as eligibility criteria and timeframes.
It is important to be clear on what the different options are before you lodge a claim so that your legal rights are properly advanced. Please get in touch with our trusted workplace discrimination lawyers to discuss your situation.
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Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
$660
Are you the victim of discrimination or sexual harassment at work? Are you considering filing discrimination or sexual harassment claim but need guidance on how to do it and the best approach? This package includes a review of your timeline of events detailing the discriminatory conduct together with any supporting documents. We will identify your eligibility to make a claim and assess your prospects.
You’ll get a 1hr legal advice consultation with one of our employment lawyers where you’ll receive tailored legal advice. You’ll also get a written summary of our advice. You’ll also get our cheat sheets for building your discrimination case, together with a gameplan for managing the application process and effectively advocating for yourself at the mediation. You’ll walk away with a clear picture of how to take a stand in the face of unlawful conduct and armed with crucial support.
What’s Included
- Expert review of up to three relevant workplace documents - for example a termination letter, employment contract, or timeline of events
- Up to one hour of tailored legal advice with one of our experienced employment lawyers via Microsoft Teams
- A written recap summarising our discussion and recommended next steps
What’s Not Included:
If you would like us to review additional documents beyond the three included in your consultation, additional costs will apply. Simply send us the material you would like reviewed and we will provide you with an upfront quote before any work begins.
If after your consultation you would like to engage us to assist with the ongoing management of your workplace matter, we will provide you with a separate upfront quote for your consideration.
Extra Advice and Support
If you need more support, we offer a range of bespoke Legal Packages, tailored to your specific needs. This can include guided do-it-yourself options or done-for-you options.
For example, our workplace lawyers can:
- Draft the discrimination complaint for you.
- Negotiate directly with your employer on your behalf, seeking an amicable resolution
- Represent you at the mediation.
- Provide you with background ad-hoc advice so you can represent yourself.
- We tailor our packages to offer you the level of support you feel you need to find your voice in the workplace.
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