Legal Question in Discrimination Law in Massachusetts

workplace discimination/intimidation?

i was sent a racist video by a senior manager at my firm. we are not friendly, though cordial, and the video featured another co-worker of mine with the cryptic note, ''see who you're working with.'' i haven't been able to shake this feeling since I got it and wonder if i should explore case with lawyer?


Asked on 4/19/09, 11:32 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Warren Wood Law Offices of Warren Wood

Re: workplace discimination/intimidation?

If you feel your legal rights have been violated, certainly.

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Answered on 4/20/09, 6:29 am
Joseph Lamy Law Office of Joseph Lamy

Re: workplace discimination/intimidation?

If you feel that the video was racist or offensive, then this is likely a viable claim. Based on the information provided, however, it is tough for me to form an opinion. If this has caused you any kind of pain or distress, I recommend that you speak with an attorney and discuss your case in further detail. My office would be happy to assist you in this matter.

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Answered on 4/20/09, 9:19 am

Re: workplace discimination/intimidation?

I would start by raising the issue with the company HR dept. They need to deal with this before any action is taken in court. If they fail to handle the matter, then you and an attorney can take action. You should contact an attorney for guidance in dealing with the matter.

Good Luck

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Answered on 4/20/09, 12:31 pm
JOHN TATOIAN LAW OFFICE OF JOHN A. TATOIAN ESQ.*Licensed Only in Massachusetts

Re: workplace discimination/intimidation?

Unlawful harassment is a form of discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other federal authority.

Unwelcome verbal or physical conduct based on race, color, religion, sex (whether or not of a sexual nature and including same-gender harassment and gender identity harassment), national origin, age (40 and over), disability (mental or physical), sexual orientation, or retaliation (sometimes collectively referred to as �legally protected characteristics�) constitutes harassment when:

The conduct is sufficiently severe or pervasive to create a hostile work environment; or

A supervisor�s harassing conduct results in a tangible change in an employee�s employment status or benefits (for example, demotion, termination, failure to promote, etc.).

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Answered on 4/23/09, 12:47 am


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