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Can I Sue My Employer?<\/h1>\n
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\n By Susan Buckner, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last reviewed\n
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Employees can take legal action if their employer fails to respect their rights. If your employer discriminates against you, wrongfully fires you, harasses you, or fails to pay you properly, you may have grounds to sue under federal or state employment laws. <\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n

Before filing a lawsuit, it’s important to document everything and try alternative resolutions like speaking with HR or contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). An employment attorney can also help you understand your rights and guide you through the legal process.<\/p>\r\n

This article answers some questions about employment rights and when you may need professional legal help<\/a>. Below, you will find potential scenarios that may give rise to a legal claim against your employer.<\/p>\r\n

Can I Sue My Employer for Discrimination?<\/h2>\r\n

Federal law, through the Americans with Disabilities Act<\/a> and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act<\/a>, bans employers from discriminating against employees based on:<\/p>\r\n