Race, Gender, Age, Disability, Religion, or Sexual Orientation Discrimination
At CEW Law Office, we firmly believe that justice is for everyone — not just for some. If you have faced discrimination by law enforcement or government officials based on your race, gender, age, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, you have powerful rights under the law. Our firm is ready to defend those rights and pursue accountability.
Understanding Discrimination Based on Race, Gender, Age, Disability, Religion, or Sexual Orientation – Definition and Defense
What Is Discrimination by Law Enforcement or Government Officials?
Discrimination occurs when individuals are treated unfairly, harassed, or subjected to unequal treatment due to characteristics protected under the law.
Examples of unlawful discrimination include:
- Racial profiling or targeting based on race, ethnicity, or national origin
- Gender-based harassment or unequal treatment, including against women and transgender individuals
- Age discrimination, especially targeting minors or elderly individuals with excessive force or neglect
- Disability discrimination, such as failing to accommodate physical, mental health, or intellectual disabilities
- Religious discrimination, including targeting individuals for religious practices, attire, or beliefs
- Anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination, such as harassment or abuse based on sexual orientation or gender identity
Know Your Rights
- File a civil rights lawsuit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983
- Pursue damages for emotional distress, humiliation, and economic losses
- Demand policy changes and accountability from offending agencies
- Report violations to federal agencies like the Department of Justice (DOJ) or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)