Cincinnati Employment Discrimination Lawyers
Defending Employee Rights in Ohio
Do you believe you are being mistreated by an employer? The federal Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and many other state and federal laws prohibit discrimination of many kinds in the workplace.
At Freking Myers & Reul, LLC, we are equipped to defend your rights and fight diligently to:
- Stop discriminatory practices in hiring
- Job assignments
- Termination
- And more
Call (513) 866-8816or contact us onlineto request your initial legal consultation.
Challenging Workplace Discrimination in Cincinnati
Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms and often has an adverse effect on an individual's career path. The law prohibits discrimination in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship.
No matter the industry, it is illegal for any employer to make decisions regarding:
- Hiring
- Termination
- Promotions
- Job assignments
- Or other aspects of employment based on protected characteristics
In the United States, these characteristics include:
- Disability
- Religion
- Race
- Skin color
- National origin
- Citizenship status
- Sex
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Age
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
In addition to the above categories protected under federal law, Ohio state law also prohibits discrimination based on:
- Military status
- Caring for a parent, child, sibling, or spouse injured while in military service
Identifying Discrimination in the Ohio Workplace
Individuals are often discriminated against based on the following factors:
- Age: Whether you are being pushed out of your position due to age, or have been declined employment, we can help protect your rights. State and federal law protect individuals over the age of 40 from age discrimination.
- Disability: According to the ADA, Americans with disabilities must be reasonably accommodated in the workplace. This also includes a complicated pregnancy, which can be categorized as a disability.
- Race and ethnicity: The Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from race-related and ethnicity-related discrimination in the United States.
- Sex and gender: In the United States, women are often harassed within the workplace setting, leading to a hostile and unsafe work environment. Harassment based on sex and gender is prohibited by law.
- Sexual orientation: In many Ohio counties, employees under the LGBT+ umbrella are given certain protections from discrimination. Federal law protects members of the community as well.
- Religion: The ability to practice your religion freely is what built this country, which is why we aim to protect that right.
A Down to Earth Approach
Our CLients Share THeir Experiences
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“Erin Heidrich, Attorney, and Heather Waldron, Client Relations Director, handled my case with dignity and respect. They understood my concerns and supported my efforts to have a successful outcome. I am grateful for their commitment and support. I highly recommend them to anyone with employment concerns or challenges.”- Kristilynn T.
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“I would highly recommend this firm. I had the pleasure of working with Kelly Mulloy Myers and her team. My case was handled professionally and efficiently . I was able to resolve my issue via email and phone calls which was much preferred keeping me from making trips into town, finding parking etc.”- Linda E
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“Thank your Kelly M. for being my confidence during a rough time of my career. Your services were professional, punctuated, helpful, and appreciated.”- Paige
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“Our experience with FMR has been very positive. I particularly appreciated the clear communication regarding the consultation fee to review the situation and determine realistic next steps. Navigating the user-friendly website, completing the initial questionnaire, receiving a prompt response, and meeting with an attorney all helped us understand the possibilities in a way we could comprehend. The initial support team was accommodating and professional. Jon Allison was patient, respectful, and fully present during the review. His expertise and ability to sift through details, listen compassionately and outline options was reassuring. The objective was to reach a mutually agreeable plan of action and we did. Highly recommend!”- Sandy D.
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“I highly recommend Freking Myers & Reul. My lawyers Elizabeth "Liza" Newman and Jon Allison were both very attentive, understanding, and extremely knowledgeable about employment law. Their care for me and my situation went above and beyond what was right in the eyes of the law, but what was right for me as a person trying to be valued as an employee and as an individual. I always felt heard and never did I feel like just another case on their docket. I don't have experience with legal situations and their usual costs, but I felt like I more than got my money's worth with this firm. Thank you so much Liza and Jon!”- Karen P.
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“I am very thankful that Mark Napier was recommended to my family. He is an awesome attorney. He is very knowledgeable, personable, and professional. He definitely went above and beyond in researching and preparing for the case. He also referred a brilliant mediator to guide the mediation process. I would highly recommend Mark to anyone needing legal services.”- Vicki G.
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“Our experience with this firm has been very positive. I particularly appreciated the clear communication regarding the consultation fee to review the situation and determine realistic next steps. Navigating the user-friendly website, completing the initial questionnaire, receiving a prompt response, and meeting with an attorney all helped us understand the possibilities in a way we could comprehend. The initial support team was accommodating and professional. Jon Allison was patient, respectful, and fully present during the review. His expertise and ability to sift through details, listen compassionately and outline options was reassuring. The objective was to reach a mutually agreeable plan of action and we did. Highly recommend!”- SP D.
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“I have engaged the firm a few times regarding employment issues. Each time they were, kind, supportive, efficient, and provided excellent guidance. I have recommended them to several friends and colleagues. We were also impressed at how timely, organized and methodical they were!”- Virginia W.
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“I chose the firm based on its reputation and I was not disappointed. I worked with Kelly Myers and she was easy to work with and made the process simple to understand. She represented me in a way that I needed and in the end she was able to improve my outcome. So glad I used her! Highly recommend.”- Mark S.
