Discrimination & Harassment

Employment Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Claims

At Doda & McGeeney in Rochester, we represent employees on a wide range of workplace rights claims involving discrimination on the job and sexual harassment. We also advise southeast Minnesota employers interested in managing the risk of litigation on employee claims through personnel policies and practices to prevent sexual harassment and discrimination. Contact our office for advice and representation.

For employees who believe that they have experienced discrimination or harassment at work, we can advise you about your rights under state or federal law. If the facts indicate that you have a strong claim, our experience with workplace rights claims enables us to choose between the state and federal courts, whichever gives you the better chance for a favorable resolution. Each court system has different advantages and disadvantages that depend on the facts of your case.

We handle charges of sexual harassment and claims of discrimination based on age, race, sex, disability, or sexual orientation. While termination of employment or not being hired by themselves will not support a claim for damages, our lawyers know how to identify and present the signs of discrimination or harassment that will be essential for establishing your case.

As business lawyers, we value the opportunity to advise employers about their legal obligations for maintaining a workplace free from discrimination or sexual harassment. Most successful employee claims reflect an employer's lack of understanding about preventing, investigating and resolving employee complaints. If you are an employer, we can review your current practices and let you know whether you are facing any particular risks under federal or Minnesota law. Whether a new employee manual or training for your managers and human resource personnel will be necessary, we can find cost-effective ways to minimize your potential liability or resolve specific problems.

For additional information about preventing, resolving, or pursuing employment discrimination or sexual harassment claims in southeast Minnesota, contact an experienced attorney at Doda & McGeeney in Rochester.