Boca Raton Bankruptcy Attorney
Job Discrimination
In today’s job market, some employers perform credit checks on their current and prospective employees. Whatever their motive, as a member of the work force you should be aware of your rights on the job. The United States specifically prohibits discriminatory treatment of debtors by both governmental unities and private employers.
What Employers Cannot Do
Both governmental units and private employers are restricted from discriminated against a person based solely on the fact that he or she was a debtor, was insolvent before or during the case, or has not paid a debt that was discharged in the case.
Governmental Discrimination
In the unique case that the employer is a governmental unit, the following forms of discrimination against bankruptcy debtors are prohibited:
- Terminating an employee
- Discriminating with respect to hiring
- Denying, revoking, suspending, or declining to renew a license, franchise, or similar privilege
Private Employers
A private employers is prohibited from discriminating against a current or potential employee with respect to:
- Hiring
- Promotion
- Unequal treatment
- Termination
In these uncertain economic times, it is important to be aware of your options should you find yourself facing a financial crisis. You also need someone with experience to guide you through tough decisions, as well as protect your rights.
Call a South Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer Today
Contact the Boca Raton bankruptcy lawyers of Eric N. Klein and Associates, P.A. at 561.353.2800 for an overview of your current financial situation.
