1. As a general rule, the law does not require employers to treat workers fairly. The only way you will be able to use the law to prevent further unfair treatment or to remedy past unfair treatment is if the employer violated a specific legal right. For example, an employer may not treat a worker unfairly because of the worker's race/color, national origin, age (over 40), sex,
disability, religion, or sexual orientation, or because the worker complained about discrimination or harassment. If you think you are being treated unfairly for one of these reasons, call
the Fair Employment Project (617-390-2593) to see if you can get free
legal assistance.
2. If you are in a union, consult with the union about filing a grievance. If you believe your union is not treating you fairly, contact the Boston office of the National Labor Relations Board (617-565-6700).
4. If you want to talk to a lawyer to ask about your rights, call the Legal Advocacy & Resource Center (617-603-1700) for possible referrals. Or, to find a private attorney, call the Boston Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service (617-742-0625) or the Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service (866-MASS-LRS).
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