Civil Rights

Workplace discrimination creates a toxic environment where employees feel helpless and undervalued. Experiencing bias or unfair treatment at work deeply impacts your morale, confidence and overall well-being. When this discrimination stems from legally protected characteristics such as race, gender, religion or age, it transcends workplace issues and enters the realm of civil rights violations. At Marshall Forman & Schlein LLC,…

Job applications sometimes include questions about ethnicity and gender that leave many applicants perplexed about the reasons behind these inquiries. At Marshall Forman & Schlein LLC, we understand the confusion and concerns that may arise when encountering such questions. Our experienced attorneys are here to provide clarity and guidance on the significance of these questions. Contact us for a case…

Approximately 65 million Americans have a criminal record, and that can make finding gainful employment difficult. Research has shown that 92% of employers check a person’s criminal record before hiring them. Fortunately, individuals with criminal records do have some protections under the law when they are looking for employment. Below, our Ohio employment lawyer explains further. The Fair Credit Reporting…