Whether you’re single, married, divorced, or widowed, your relationship status should never impact how you’re treated at work. Unfortunately, some employers in Hamilton Township continue to make hiring and management decisions based on marital status—an illegal and discriminatory practice. If you’ve been overlooked, harassed, or treated unfairly because of your relationship situation, it’s time to stand up for your rights.
What Is Marital Status Discrimination?
Marital status discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant unfairly based on whether they are married, single, divorced, engaged, separated, or widowed. Examples may include:
- Denying a promotion because you’re newly married or planning a wedding
- Assuming married employees are less available or flexible
- Terminating or demoting employees due to divorce or separation
- Applying different standards or policies based on your relationship status
Legal Protections in New Jersey
New Jersey is one of the few states that explicitly protects marital status under its anti-discrimination laws. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) prohibits employers from making decisions related to hiring, firing, compensation, promotions, and workplace conditions based on your marital status.
Federal law does not currently include marital status as a protected class, which makes NJLAD an especially important safeguard for New Jersey workers.
Recognizing the Signs of Discrimination
Marital status discrimination may not always be obvious. Watch for signs like:
- Jokes or comments about your personal life that lead to professional consequences
- Being passed over for projects or travel due to assumptions about your availability
- Different treatment from supervisors after a change in your marital status
- Changes to your workload or schedule after disclosing a relationship change
How Castronovo & McKinney Can Help
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is a respected New Jersey employment law firm that fights for workers who face discrimination based on marital status and other protected characteristics. Serving clients in Hamilton Township and throughout the state, their attorneys have the experience and resources to build a strong case on your behalf.
Whether you’ve been demoted, wrongfully terminated, or passed over due to your personal life, their team will provide compassionate guidance and powerful legal advocacy.
If you’re ready to take a stand, Hamilton Township Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys are here to support your claim and defend your rights.
Available Remedies May Include
- Reinstatement or job placement
- Back pay and lost benefits
- Compensation for emotional distress
- Punitive damages for egregious misconduct
- Coverage of attorney’s fees and legal costs
Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Today
New Jersey Office:
71 Maple Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.920.7888
Fax: 973.920.7924
New York Office:
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1830
New York, NY 10170
Phone: 646.755.3781
Fax: 646.755.3781
Your relationship status should never limit your professional success. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation and start protecting your rights in the workplace.