Zeineh Law, East Lansing, Michigan: Advocates For Civil Rights
As discrimination has evolved – from lunch counter battles of the 1960’s to today’s struggles against deeply entrenched inequality—Zeineh Law has consistently worked to redefine what it means to live and participate equally in our society regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, color, age, political affiliation, religion, social class, and disability.
Lawyers for civil rights work with communities of color and immigrants to fight discrimination and foster equality through creative and courageous legal advocacy, education, and economic empowerment. In partnership with community leaders and allies, Zeineh Law in East Lansing provides life-changing legal support to individuals and families. Our focus is on impact areas that represent the front lines in today’s battle for equality and justice. Zeineh Law may be headquartered in East Lansing, but we represent clients all across Michigan and the impact of our extraordinary life-changing work ripples across the entire country.
In an effort to push and enforce the basic personal rights guaranteed under the United States Constitution, federal civil rights statutes were passed back in 1957 and 1964. The main goal of both of these statutes is to prohibit and prevent discrimination. In the state of Michigan, civil rights claims generally fall under the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act, which was passed in 1976. As it stands, Michigan civil rights laws make it illegal to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, height, weight, and arrest record. A current and notable change is that the United States Supreme Court recently ruled that people who are LGBTQ are also protected under federal civil rights law. While this ruling applies across the country, there are still legal gaps that will be filled as LGBTQ discrimination cases are pushed forward.
Michigan law prohibits discrimination in:
- Police/Law Enforcement
- Employment
- Education
- Public Service
- Housing
- Public Accommodation
Civil rights claims can be complicated and are often met with tough resistance, as our current social climate has shown this to be true. If you believe you have been discriminated against in the state of Michigan, it is imperative that you speak to an experienced Michigan civil rights attorney immediately. Call Attorney Edwar Zeineh today at (517) 292-7000.
Despite widespread media attention, and public outcry, civil rights violations are still all too common. It can happen to you or a loved one at any time, and it can have far-reaching effects on your life and future prospects. Whether your civil rights have been violated by law enforcement, an employer, a landlord, or a bank, Zeineh Law is ready to stand beside you and hold them accountable.
Attorney Edwar Zeineh is motivated by two things: getting you the justice you deserve to make things right, and the knowledge that accountability for civil rights violations makes our society a safer and more enjoyable place to live. Zeineh Law employs effective, creative legal strategies to handle a wide range of civil rights claims. The civil rights team has extensive experience successfully litigating large, complex cases.
The legal remedies in a civil rights lawsuit can be quite comprehensive. A typical remedy for a civil rights violation will involve a monetary damages award, which can cover costs associated with lost wages, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and other losses. In many instances, the remedy in a civil rights lawsuit will involve the court ordering the liable party to take action, or to stop taking certain actions. Such forms of relief include:
- Requiring an institution to change their policies so they are no longer discriminatory.
- Reinstating an employee to their previous position after being fired or demoted.
- Removing members in an organization, such as a harassing co-worker.
A violation of civil rights, or the denial of certain privileges based off one’s characteristics of personal identity, presents potential grounds for a lawsuit. Protecting civil rights is an essential part of the democratic values of the United States. And despite the country’s legacy of slavery and continued racial inequities, people’s individual rights and freedoms are considered sacred. Additionally, most people realize that interfering with another individual’s civil rights is a violation that can trigger a lawsuit. The term “civil rights” stimulates intense emotions that get to the roots of morality.
Zeineh Law can provide the practical advice and aggressive representation that you need in the state of Michigan. If you think your civil rights have been violated, contact Zeineh Law today at (517) 292-7000.
