Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in New Jersey

I have been employed at my current job for nearly 17 years. With the current recession and budget cuts we are all being asked to do more for/with less. In recent years I have been asked to assume the duties of more highly compensated workers (compensated $20k to $30 more) yet I have not received a raise or promotion to date. The duties of the higher compensated employees have always been classified as their job description but just recently written into mine. I have filed numerous complaints, grievances and re-classification requests but to no avail. There are even instances where caucasion workers have been promoted into the very same title I have without the same tenure or experience. What I would like to know is: Do I have the right to file suit, and if so, should I file it as a Civil Rights case or under the recently signed Lilly Ledbetter Act?


Asked on 5/06/10, 8:33 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Locksley Wade Law Office of Locksley O. Wade

Perhaps you should sit down with an employment law attorney to discuss your options.

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Answered on 5/11/10, 9:09 am
Randall Brett Law Office of Randall P. Brett

It's difficult to give you an answer based on the limited information you present here. I suggest that you consult with an employment law attorney who knows the laws in New Jersey, to review the facts and discuss your options. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please contact me at your convenience.

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Answered on 5/11/10, 10:33 am


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