Racial Discrimination in San Francisco

Race Discrimination

Our U.S. Constitution guarantees all men equal rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964 further specifies that all really does mean everyone, regardless of the color of our skin or our national origin.

Unfortunately, prohibiting racial discrimination does not mean it does not happen. Racial discrimination in San Francisco is defined as treating someone differently or unequally because of his or her:

Skin color
Personal characteristics similar to a certain race or color (such as hair texture)
Marriage to someone of a particular race or color
Association with a race-based group or organization

Color or race discrimination is prohibited by federal, state, and in some cases city laws, so if you are facing race discrimination in San Francisco and the Bay Area, it is important that you retain a discrimination lawyer in San Francisco. Race discrimination in San Francisco can involve discrimination in the following areas:

Education
Employment
Housing
Access to businesses and buildings

Access to loans and credit
Voting
Treatment by police

Race discrimination may also involve national origin or ethnic discrimination.

Race discrimination can be difficult to prove. For example, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reports that of the racial discrimination in employment charges investigated in 2009, 66 percent were found to have no probable cause. Fewer than 15 percent of cases taken to the EEOC resulted in settlements or benefits for the claimant.

In order to prove discrimination, you must show:

Actual damages
Intentional damages
A pattern of race discrimination

An experienced ally against racial discrimination in San Francisco

When a client facing race discrimination in San Francisco comes to the Law Office of Pamela Pitt, we work hard to take some of the burden off of their shoulders. San Francisco race discrimination lawyer Pamela Pitt and her staff will listen closely to understand the precise nature of your issue, and offer compassionate, personalized representation.

If you have been discriminated against because of your race, color, or ethnicity, contact our office today

Race discrimination attorney Pamela Pitt is a steadfast ally who will fight for your rights and never give up. If you feel that you have been the victim of race discrimination in San Francisco or anywhere in the Bay Area, contact us today for a free and confidential consultation.