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What is the Difference Between Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation?

March 25, 2025 by Red Bank Legal

If you are a victim of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, the experienced attorneys at McOmber, McOmber & Luber, P.C. can help you understand your rights and take action. Contact us today for a free legal consultation, and let us seek justice on your behalf.

What is the Difference Between Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation?

Understanding discrimination, harassment, and retaliation is key to protecting your rights in the workplace. These unlawful behaviors can harm your career and well-being, but you don’t have to face them alone.

Discrimination

Discrimination occurs when an employer treats you unfairly due to protected characteristics like race, gender, age, pregnancy, or disability. This can affect hiring, promotions, pay, or termination and is prohibited by laws like the NJLAD, Title VII, and the ADA.

Harassment

Harassment involves unwelcome behavior based on a protected characteristic that creates a hostile or abusive work environment. It becomes unlawful when it’s severe or frequent enough to interfere with your ability to work or feel safe.

Retaliation

Retaliation happens when an employer punishes you for reporting workplace issues or asserting your rights. Common examples include firing, demotion, or unjust performance reviews tied to protected actions.

Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are different issues, but all harm the workplace. If you think you’ve experienced any of these, call our office and speak with one of our employment lawyers. We provide free consultations to discuss your options and protect your rights.

Do Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Claims Overlap?

Yes, discrimination, harassment, or retaliation claims can overlap. These issues are frequently interconnected and stem from similar legal violations. For instance, harassment may be tied to discrimination based on a protected characteristic, while retaliation can occur when an employee reports either issue. These connections make it important to address all claims together to protect an employee’s rights and seek comprehensive remedies fully. An experienced employment attorney can help identify the overlaps, build a strong case, and guide you through pursuing justice.

If You Think You Have a Case, Don’t Wait

If you’ve experienced discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, acting quickly is crucial. Workplace laws have deadlines for filing claims, known as statutes of limitations. Waiting too long could jeopardize your ability to pursue justice. Additionally, gathering evidence, such as emails, performance reviews, or witness statements, can strengthen your case. At McOmber, McOmber & Luber, P.C., we’ll help you navigate these time-sensitive challenges to ensure your rights are fully protected. Reach out to our attorneys today for a free consultation.

Our Firm Fights For Your Rights in Marlton, NJ

At McOmber McOmber & Luber, P.C., our lawyers are ready to help you with your discrimination, harassment, or retaliation cases. Whether you’re an employee dealing with unfair treatment or an employer facing a claim, our team has the experience to guide you. With offices in Red Bank, Marlton, Newark, New York, and Philadelphia, we’ll work with you to build a strong case, gather evidence, and fight for the outcome you deserve. If you’re facing workplace issues, contact us for a free consultation, and let us help you move forward.

Filed Under: Retaliation, Employment Discrimination, Workplace Harassment

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