Work Free From Bias
No employee should be forced to endure harassment, demotion, wrongful termination, or unequal pay simply because of who they are. Workplace discrimination is illegal, and employees possess powerful statutory rights designed to ensure a fair and equitable work environment.
A successful employment discrimination claim requires far more than proof of an adverse workplace action. It requires a strategic and analytical deconstruction of complex corporate evidence, meticulous document review, and sophisticated legal argument to prove the essential element of discriminatory intent.
Our Litigation & Trial Approach
Our advocacy combines meticulous negotiation with relentless trial preparation. Stanton Law DC has the background and experience needed to excel at negotiating swift, advantageous settlements that restore your professional standing. When a corporation is unwilling to provide fair and full compensation, we are trial-ready and prepared to relentlessly take your case to trial and verdict.
Understanding Overlapping Jurisdictions
Employees in the District of Columbia and Maryland often have multiple avenues of relief, including overlapping federal, state, and local laws. Each possesses different administrative requirements, radically different lists of protected characteristics, and strict, inflexible timelines for filing a complaint. Missing a deadline by a single day can result in the permanent forfeiture of your rights.
1. Federal Law (EEOC)
| Statutory Structure | Protected Characteristics | Administrative Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Title VII, ADA, ADEA, GINAEnforced by the U.S. EEOC | Race, Color, Religion, Sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), National Origin, Age (40+), Disability, Genetic Information. | 180 or 300 Days Time to file a "Charge" with EEOC from the discriminatory act. |
2. Washington, D.C. (DCHRA)
| Statutory Structure | Protected Characteristics | Statutes of Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| D.C. Human Rights ActEnforced by the D.C. OHR | Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Age, Marital Status, Personal Appearance, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity/Expression, Family Responsibilities, Political Affiliation, Disability, Matriculation, Genetic Information, Credit Information, Victim Status. (One of the most expansive lists in the nation). | 1 Year Time to file a complaint in court. |
3. Maryland Law (FEPA & County Laws)
| Statutory Structure | Protected Characteristics | Administrative Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland FEPAEnforced by MCCR | Race (including protective hairstyles/texture), Color, Religion, Sex, Age, National Origin, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Disability. | 300 Days Time to file an administrative complaint with MCCR. |