Can I file reverse discrimination because I am a white female?
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Can I file reverse discrimination because I am a white female?
I was recently terminated from my employer with no reason given. I found out later that a few racial remarks were made about me. The 2 managers involved are minorities. One is black and the other is black/Hispanic.
Asked on November 6, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, a white employee may be the victim of illegal employment discrimination. Anti-discrimination laws forbid an employer from making job decisions or taking job actions against an employee due to his or her race; the laws are not limited to protecting minority employees, but also protect white employees as well. You should contact your state equal/civil rights agency and/or speak with an employment law attorney.
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