Our specialist employment lawyers, based in our offices in London, Surrey and Kent, advise and represent employees who have been subjected to unfair treatment, harassment, or victimisation.
make an enquiryWhat is Race Discrimination?
The Equality Act 2010 protects employees from unfair treatment based on race, including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin. Race discrimination can manifest in various ways, including:
Our Approach to Race Discrimination Claims
We understand the sensitive nature of race discrimination cases and provide tailored support throughout the process:
Our specialist employment lawyers, based in our offices in London, Surrey and Kent, advise and represent employees who have been subjected to unfair treatment, harassment, or victimisation based on sex, gender, or pregnancy status.
We will carefully assess your situation and provide clear guidance on your options under the law, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and build the strongest possible case. If necessary, we will represent you in claims in the Employment Tribunal whilst also negotiating skillfully with employers where possible to achieve the right financial settlement for you.
What is sex discrimination?
The Equality Act 2010, provides strong protections against any form of discrimination based on sex or gender. This article aims to shed light on what constitutes sex discrimination, types of claims, and the legal avenues available to challenge such behaviour.
Sex discrimination occurs when an employee or worker faces unfair treatment due to their sex. This can apply to both men and women, and includes unfavourable treatment based on pregnancy, maternity, and gender reassignment.
Types of Sex Discrimination
Claims usually need to be made within three months (less one day) from the discriminatory incident. Early legal advice is crucial to avoid missing deadlines. Claims for sex discrimination often also include claims for unfair dismissal, breach of contract, constructive dismissal (forced resignation), or discrimination specific claims.
Proving Sex Discrimination
The burden of proof initially falls on the employee to show a reasonable basis for suspecting discrimination. If the suspicion is established, the burden shifts to the employer to provide a non-discriminatory reason for their actions.
Remedies in Sex Discrimination Cases
If successful, the Employment Tribunal can order:
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