All my black folks watching this video right now, hands up! 🙋🏿‍♂️

I’m dealing with it right now. The worst part is somehow I feel like I’m in the wrong for speaking out about it.

They don’t fire you ! They put you in closet until you leave on your own !

I been at my job for 20 years. Numerous times I have seen discrimination towards myself. In 2015 I was caught using my cell phone out on the floor witch I admit it was wrong.I had no choice using my phone since management did not have someone relieve me for my break . So I caught using the phone and the supervisor takes me to the office. I thought I was going to get written up or maybe get suspended but management decided to fire me ! My union rep filed a grievance for wrongful termination and after being away fired for one whole year, the union got me my job back and received back pay.

All of my black brothers and sisters here because of one form of discrimination or another God is with us God is for us we will win amen and amen! In Jesus name😇😇🤑😎🤺

Your videos are just damn excellent. I hope you never stop putting in the effort you do to educate employees in California of their rights in the workplace.

The worst part is if you are discriminated by verbal communication or body language, then you can't really proof your case.

Some bosses just like feeling and engaging in that power trip, knowing your just an employee, straight up, them folks feel out of place when they don’t feel that power.

I am facing the results of having stood up against racial discrimination at work. I was a contractor in a fortune 100 company. I got laid off as soon as I reported the manager for being discriminative towards me. And then my employer just washed their hands off me. The recruiting agency is a Fortune 500 company and talks about diversity and inclusion. Such a hog wash! It has been 1.5 months now and my recruiter still tells me that he is unable to find any roles that match my profile. I am in tech for gudness sake!!

I've needed these videos more now than ever, I will be contacting your offices ASAP, looking to hostile work environments for seniors and possible racism discrimination.

I am very grateful to find this channel. I filed my claim to HR in June and things have been going very slow. I need to give you a call definitelly!

what if HR is the one doing the discrimination?

Thank you for sharing all this information , God bless you

I didn't get fired I was drove to resign for my mental and physical safety.

Thank you so much for sharing! 👍🏾

There's quiet quitting that's often just a healthy response to a quiet firing prior. No question the execs have some off-the-record awareness of who to nudge away from the company.

Great video with great information. Now I have to go watch all of your videos

Dr Branigan your videos are really helpful during this difficult time for me, I'm kinda close to trial for discrimination against disability. Your advice has helped me understand what my lawyer has done and continues to do-- he is great. One question I was hoping to get an answer on, I was fired from an internship but then was dismissed from a graduate program, so it's a bit different that just employment law. Do you think most of the advice still applies from this video and a few others?

I am repeately watching your expert that I admire your work because you are the best explaining about discrimination case how to approach and prove. You are awasome and give me a hope. Unfortunately I am living in Canada but I belive the same idea has all round in the world about Human Rights. Thanks very much. I love you.

Thank you for this, although I live in Illinois, I had to quit because of the harassment. I for sure have a case. Thank you! ❤

Love your podcasts great information

Very nice video. Thank you sir and your service to the world.

Awesome with great presentation!!!

Thank you so much for your video,I need this so bad right now.

I absolutely enjoyed all your videos.

Great video. However, most companies usually start a paper trail against the complaining employee by starting to claim that their productivity, work quality, etc. are not declining, worsening, "insert any negative commentary". Companies do this to establish a defense for firing an employee with legitimate complaints. This is something I've seen in every single company I've been with. What does a person do in this kind of situation?

You have helped me so much thank you!

This is extremely helpful thank you

I am currently going through an issue where according to the job advert, I was qualified for the job, however, they were not prepared to train/ onboard anyone in my position. I was about 1 month in when I realized that no one was covering the work that I was supposed to be doing after training. It was at that point I also realized that we were grossly understaffed. There has not been permanent leadership in over a year. Over the last 6 months, I have gone through 3 changes in leadership setup. 1 male from another department. 2 females from the same department and the male continuing on, the one of the females staying on and everyone leaving. The latter has been the problem. While the previous person couldn't train me, the current person refuses to train me and instead gave me a written verbal warning. They even went back to give me a warning on things that were understood to be fine during the time I was reporting to the male. I am not the only POC there, but I am the only black person. I am going to talk to the president this week.

This is a very good and informative video. I very much appreciate it. Have a great day and thank you.

Very helpful , very clear. Thanks 🙏 Blessings

Thank you, it s really helps me 🙏🙏🙏

Exceptional video. Clear, conscience and applicable. Thank you, Sir!

I am so glad that you are located in Aliso Viejo

At my job im payed less then everyone who does the same job as me to include new hires and I’m made to work twice as hard as everyone and if I ask why that is I’m called lazy and a complainer when even my coworkers notice it I really want to do something about it I’m so tired of busting my ass just to be belittled and threatened on a regular basis by my manager.

Awesome stuff. I am teaching a class and using your videos. Well done!

I have a pretty cutt and dry case of religious discrimination then. I have ton of evidence. Thank you. I wish I had you here in West Virginia. I hired a lawyer. I feel he is good.

Branigan, if I ever move to California & get discriminated against (again), you'll be the first lawyer I'm calling!

I got a case so far and if I’m fired I will be reaching out. I’m in Los Angeles ❤️

From the state of Florida…… Thank you!

Well done 👍

Do not stop. We need you. AND COME TO NY!!!!!!!!

Great information!

Very good and thorough points. Discrimination is a claim thrown around far too often. This will weed out the fakes.

I been standing up for myself for 13yrs And have gotten no where it’s draining and tired

I'm dealing with discrimination and nepotism in the workplace right now. it sucks. its a small company and all the new hires are commissioners family/friends and our office manager is friends with commissioner too. I'm afraid as soon as I file a complaint will be retaliated against. I have one boss (who the problem is) and his boss is the commissioner (who wants his people in and are now in the process of being hired). there is so much shit that goes on, not with just me but people who put applications in for past job openings (who actually have experience in the field) that didn't get the job because they give it to their family and friends. then the bosses soon to be SIL who has only been here 3 yrs has gotten $7,000 in raises and I have the same certifications as him and I've been here 7 years longer than him.

Awesome love all your videos

Very helpful information

I work for a company that sells and distributes packaging. I have been working for this company for 29 years. Many of the people promoted are friends or relatives of someone in Management. Many safety rules and regulated are not followed, but I do not want to call OSHA , because I do not want to lose my job.

Straight and simple 👍😊

@branigan I don't know what I do without you

I am a veterinary professional who has had several board appearances since retirement age. I came into a situation where I was the new head of a practice. I ran into a lot of resistance. That led to board complaints. I had complaints at the beginning of Covid 19 because everything became curbside. The board could only come up with record keeping as a complaint. But in the administrative hearing ; I was asked by the board head ; a veterinarian, “. What year did I graduate? As well as When do plan to retire permanently? . Is this proper?

Do discrimination cases apply if the employer behaves discriminately towards you in an investigation into allegations? ie. fail to provide proper notice of charges, fires you and not the other co-worker for violating a policy, etc?

thank you

When you say civil, you useally file in local courts? Is there any benefits filing in federal courts?

What happens when you’ve contacted every lawyer in the google search list and they all tell you the same thing “we can’t take your case because our case load is to full” and I have right to sue letter from the eeoc but only hard thing about my race discrimination case against target is that I can’t find a contingency lawyer or lawyer to fight for me this is a cold world. Your videos help me throughout my whole case

◾Very educational..... Thanks!!!

i am one of the most influential people in Somalia i amine of the humanitarian workers and i still feel the challenges from the staff who are more discriminating with me than the rest of society So, since I watched a video of you talking about discrimination in the workplace, I kindly ask you to advise me. Thank you.

Yeah good shit man!!! Come to Georgia!!!

I have a couple of questions is the company required to hand over communication documents

I'm hispanic and got fired for the same reason my caucacian co-worker got only a writte up for. I'm suing the former employer for discrimination, I was clearly treated differently. The defended file a complaint dismissal and got denied and they were given 10 days to answer my complaint.

What are the protective characteristics????

Check this one out.... yea it's from 2004 and in NC. I would do it again in a heartbeat only to discourage this employer from doing anything like that in the future, and yea I had to navigate it myself with only the help of the EEOC.... EEOC was extremely helpful. An exercise in real life legal “chess” follows. I decided to capture it on my lunch break. Wacky but very true: Oct 2003, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, unable to fly, per FAA, during treatment (I was a professional corporate pilot at the time). Notified employer/CEO in person of my circumstance (fyi, this is a family owned business). CEO told me to take disability, get better during treatment. CEO told me they’d get a temporary ‘contractor’ during my absence. CEO assured me I could return to my employment after treatment ended and FAA medical clearance was obtained. Employer/CEO did not offer any work alternatives. I notified employer/CEO approximately 1x per month of treatment updates, and expected treatment finish date with return-to-work plan. In June 2004 I received FAA medical clearance to return to work. I notified employer. CEO invited me to meet in person, 1 day after my notification of intent to return to work. During meeting, I was told that employer would be using ‘contractors’, and that I would no longer be employed, because the ‘full time employee’ position was eliminated. I was offered 3 months of remaining on the payroll as ‘severance’. Through some investigation of my own, I discovered that the ‘contractor’ (per IRS rules), was classified as an ‘employee’ who was being paid ‘under the table’ (illegal tax avoidance). I asked for and received a signed, company letterheaded, letter of recommendation detailing my excellent performance on the job and the company’s elimination of the pilot position. I contacted the IRS in person and discussed the employer’s tax avoidance scheme. I discussed ‘contractor’ vs. ‘employee’ and tax implications with employer/CEO, and my concerns about discrimination with regards to my employment. CEO dismissed my concerns and told me “You’re lucky you’re still on the payroll. Most people would have been let go immediately” - This is verbatim from the CEO of the company at the time. I filed a charge of discrimination under the laws of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), with the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission). I also consulted with an employment law attorney. The attorney advised of the At-Will employment law, and the challenge of overcoming the ‘burden of proof’ that rests with the employee in this circumstance. Through the ‘grapevine’, I discovered that the ‘contractor’ was fired. This occurred at about the same time the discrimination charges were delivered. This was still during my 3 month ‘severance’ window of which I was ‘technically’ an employee. I filed for, and received, unemployment benefits after the ‘severance’ ended. I discovered that the employer truly did eliminate the pilot position, even though they now had a multi-million-dollar airplane that sat without a pilot for about a month. I was notified of an opportunity, via certified mail, to interview for a pilot position with the employer (the same position I held prior). EEOC advised me to interview (in sum, unemployment benefits law dictates that you cannot turn down employment). I applied, interviewed, and was turned down for the job. I was told that the company decided to hire a more qualified applicant. EEOC advised me that the company could likely offer me a different (non-pilot, possibly minimum wage) position, and I would HAVE to take it or lose unemployment benefits due to unemployment law. I elected to voluntarily cease unemployment benefits for myself (yes, it is getting expensive at this point with no income, having to pay for COBRA insurance on top of that, medical deductibles, you name it….). With a pre-existing condition prior to the ACA, there is NO other feasible alternative to COBRA. I was also interviewing with other companies at the time, trying to find employment during this entire process. By voluntarily ceasing unemployment benefits after I had interviewed, the company HAD to avoid true discrimination (a retaliation charge, technically) by either: 1. Employing me or 2. Employing no one, for the pilot position. The employer elected once again to employ no one and let their airplane sit. I had to laugh about that a bit, just imagining the other (more qualified) pilot that had been offered the job but was never paid and had his job offer rescinded. The absurdity… LOL…… BUT still legal. After some time again, around January or February of 2005, I was invited to discuss the matter with my former employer’s attorney at the EEOC office. I accepted the invitation. I was offered the job. Coincidentally, I was already employed at a new employer. Therefore, I declined the job offer. Besides, who would want to work for an employer that hires and fires several times over per year. They could now legally justify that as ‘normal, non-discriminatory behavior’ for the position since they did it to 2 other pilots also. I could just see it now, taking that job back and getting fired again the next day…. *P.S. Here’s how the conversation went in the EEOC office with the Attorney: Attorney and I talked a bit (I have the notes somewhere I’m sure) then it came to this: “We would like to offer you the job in exchange for release of the charges” My response: “I would consider it. I would like to speak with him first (CEO)” Attorney’s response: “I’ll see if he’s available” That was the end of the logical part. After a week had passed, I had heard through the grapevine again that “some pilot interviewed but didn’t want the job” The unspoken logic from above is: 1. CEO was “not available”. 2. I didn’t release the charges for another week because I didn’t want the job (and didn’t want it advertised to my new employer that I had accepted the old job again). 3. I did release the charges after I heard about “the pilot that didn’t want the job” (ME, of course), because they were worthless at this point anyway. Notes: Always get a letter of recommendation first. THAT was the essential catch to all of the rest. I couldn't just "go away". That is 'immoral' in my book. Final thoughts: Scary experience for me at the time, but on the other hand……. IRS audit of a 2000 employee company + legal defense + letting a company airplane worth 5 million sit for 6 months + Listening to former co-workers, friends, etc. use descriptive language about (CEO) such as “Dirtbag”, “Worthless”, “A-hole”, “Jackass”, “What is wrong with (CEO) lately?”...... priceless.

Is there an English version of this vid?

I'm suppose to waiting for a suspension pending investigation meeting so I get a call on my phone from hr and was asking me questions and he has my statement in front of him and says a manager from my dept will be calling me with the results if I'm going be kept their or let go

Mr. Robertson, your video is quite helpful!!!. In my Wrongful termination and retaliation case (2014-2018) a second cause of action was related to wage discrimination based on gender/race was not brought up due to "motion in limine" . Even though my salary is significantly low compared to others in my department (same rank/experience) do I need to file another lawsuit. I have a "right to sue" letter from DFEH. I have collected information on salary differences. What else do I need? please respond

Brilliant !! If I am employee in some other country (outside America) and I got facts of discrimination against my supervisor who works from California based office. Can you still help?

Do you do Fed or state court? The title 7 protects you if you file to EEOC and get fired in retaliation within days. Even if the underlying complaint was not illegal and it’s only done in good faith.

I'm the only black or person of color at my company besides a key player that doesn't work infield. It's gotten so out of hand that even when business partners come to our office. I'm without shame referred to as... Oh, that's nobody but "The Help," in the back (and I have the same title as them) or and without shame make racist comments- Black dog, pet, little helper, the companies pet. I've listened to you're videos in the attempt to know how to handle this. I spoken with the head person in charge and there's been no change. I'm amazed that racism still exist on this level. And I'm praying for anyone on here who's dealing this as I can attest this is very painful but I'm praying for change in the hearts of people.

I came to USA with CGFNS Visa Screen certificate, acquired US citizenship years back, license to practice in 3 States including California. On entry to work, all requirements were met. In 2017, everyone got promoted except me because I am required to submit university transcript to CGFNS as credentialing school to make sure I am legal in USA according to HR. My certificate met federal standard base from CGFNS. Then HR admits the credentialing school given to me during my entry ( in 2009) was their fault and need to update. Worked for more than 11 years in this company. I find this unfair.

when filing with EEOC is it a federal case? can a lawyer represent someone in a different case because its federal?

Love this guy.

I still have the job but they are not giving me hours . They hire a new superintendent and he brought all his buddies and sit me down . Hes been talkinb beind my back and lots of employees has informed me . I informed another superintendent and he didng wanted to do nothing about . What can be my next step?

Are there industrial relations consultants available?

How would I know if the employer "papered up" my employee file? I've asked for records, and they have not provided them to me.

I had a company vehicle they got took an away right when I was going to come back to work. Without any notice supervisor came to the home, I was told by HR that that was Inappropriate. Now I am back at work, other people have gone on disability leave but they continue to get to keep the company vehicle and come back to work. When speaking to HR the company vehicle is supposed to be taking two weeks after the person leave. Is there any Discrimination and unfair treatment or unfollowed policy for other employees.

I'm nervous because I wish i saw this video earlier. I could lose my job this week. It wasn't written but I do have proof that I spoke with someone (customer service agent) about the potential discrimination I've been under(does that count). I feel terrible for speaking out even tho I'm the victim because enough my clean record of never being fired is at risk

Awesome video... I need to see what is protected characteristic

Do you cover uniform and cultural discrimination ???

Very Helpful. Thank you.

I have videos of me being discriminated against how do I get it in the discovery process do I have to wait for the production of documents

How do you do this towards a school district?

Your advice is phenomenal. What if the perpetrator is the CEO though?

Best video I’ve seen

Hello Mr. Robertson, I’m currently an employee (3+ years) and have been forced to leave my position after a new Plant Manager was hired. I was told that the reason for the move was because he wanted to bring another Mechanic in on our shift..I was also told to keep this between me and the Plant Manager, by the Plant Manager, which raised suspicion in me..I’m also making less money than new hires and temporary workers hired for assignments. Is there anything I can do about this?

Is it worth complaining to HR if the behavior of the coworker is disrupting workflow and productivity? The supervisor tried to resolve the issue but could not.

It’s real I wish someone will take my case . Much worse than only discrimination , attempted murdwr , blocking me from interviewing , defamation of character , hacking into my home pc and phone

Right here in my hand

i was at the food truck on lunch at my job and the guy didn’t want to serve me .. he served everyone but me . i let HR know that i was discriminated against and she told me “it’s all in my head” months later the food truck guy called the few black people we have a nigga in front of management and they finally got rid of the truck only because a manger was there. but after that it’s been ongoing discrimination and in trying to build a case

After i file a rebuttal letter to my former employer with all the evidence a undenial proff of there dicrimination agains me for age and ethniciti there been silence....since jun 2023..i call lawyers but went i say the name of emplyer they refuse without seen the evidence.....its a big company,but i got no option ,but to do it myself.....i need to know what i do after i ask and get my right to sue letter.....the case is also at PHRC and EEOC with docket number and all ....😢

live in ca very helpful information

I have a quistion I got a job at a well known company as a casheir. On my orientation day myself two other new employees and a manager were in the camera room and the manager was explaining the functions of the camera room n how they watch employees as well as customers. Putting emphisis on how she used to be a cop and all her freinds are cops and how they can find information on anyone. Eventually it was brought up how they "do not" discriminate. However I believe it's contrary to what she had just said because she emidietly used me as an example of how she or someone could discriminate against me based off of the way I look saying 'he showed up at orientation looking like a thug.' At the time I didn't think much of it so I didn't object. However thinking about it later I don't see why she would have brought that up at all if that is allegedly not an issue and I should note she did not give examples of how the other employees could be discriminated against based off the way they looked. So my quistion is can I make a note or complaint about the situation? And if so to who?seeing as how she is the one that usually handles complaints. Also next time would it be a good idea I speak up and say something like. Please do not use me as an example to prove your point and I'm offended by your comment and the fact you would choose me and point out my personal style choice when we have nothing in our dress code that says I can't look like this. Also later that day I was asked to remove sunglasses from behind my head. When previously I was not told anything about the subject. I just feel I should've been told I can not wear sunglasses prior to that.

I need this a long time ago these things still happen to me....

Can you make a video the same as this... but for hiring?

Do you handle az cases ? I have one

I have a wrongful termination discrimination case pending currently, I have multiple witness statements , pictures etc, this happen in feb. I have a lawyer but how do i know for certain she is doing a good job?

My boss is Asian American. I'm the only white girl in the department. I'm a good worker, been there 7 years. He has drastically changed my job duties. He told a new hire he put her with me because I was "sweet and nice" which is stereotypical of white women. One day he didn't put me on the work schedule. He claimed he had to make some changes and I could be "the helper" for the day. I don't believe him. He also groups people to do certain jobs based on race or nationality. "His people" are from Laos so he puts all the Laos people together working a job. The majority of people are Nepali and he will either pair me with an African or the only other white person. It's clear what he thinks about me. So I'm not saying anything to anyone. My boss has made it clear so I'll be weighing my options to leave. I work hard, constantly prove myself to him by exceeding standards and he never says thank you but compares me to others. He has convinced himself because I am white I am not as good as Asians which isn't true

how do you find a job with bipolar disorder, PTSD, Depression, anxiety, the list goes on, I dont qualify for disabilty becuse I have to much work points. But ive been unemployed since 2022 ive applyed for over 6k jobs online an in person everytime i fill out paperwork it asks do you have a disabilty ive said yes but the jobs ive said no i get an interview when they ask about medications ext considering drug testing i have to say xyz so i dont get the job. Im living on one meal a day just to feed my kids 3 meals the 3 days a week i have them but my savings are gone im barrowing money just to keep my house what does someone with mental illness do?

I work at a high school, some kids there write racial slurs on desk and walls I let my supervisor know and they did nothing should I go to HR or the school district?

And what about when that discrimination is done by HR?