Employees in Woodbridge Township are protected from discrimination based on sexual orientation under both federal law and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD). These protections ensure that hiring, promotions, compensation, and workplace treatment are based on merit—not sexual orientation or perceived identity.

Castronovo & McKinney, LLC focuses exclusively on employment law and represents employees throughout Woodbridge Township and across New Jersey who believe they have experienced discrimination tied to sexual orientation. Careful legal analysis is essential when workplace decisions appear influenced by bias.

What Is Sexual Orientation Discrimination?

Sexual orientation discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee unfavorably because they are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or heterosexual. The law also protects employees from discrimination based on perceived sexual orientation.

These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, job assignments, compensation, discipline, and termination.

Examples of Unlawful Conduct

• Refusing to hire or promote qualified candidates because of sexual orientation


• Unequal pay for substantially similar work


• Harassment or derogatory comments related to sexual orientation


• Exclusion from workplace opportunities or events


• Termination following disclosure of sexual orientation

Even subtle patterns of unequal treatment may support a legal claim when supported by documentation and evidence.

Hostile Work Environment

Repeated offensive remarks, jokes, or conduct targeting an employee’s sexual orientation may create a hostile work environment if the behavior becomes severe or pervasive. Employers have a duty to address such conduct promptly once they become aware of it.

Retaliation Protections

Employees who report sexual orientation discrimination or harassment are protected from retaliation. Adverse actions such as demotion, termination, or increased scrutiny following a complaint may give rise to separate legal violations.

Castronovo & McKinney evaluates discrimination and retaliation issues together to determine the most effective legal strategy.

Available Remedies

Employees who prevail in sexual orientation discrimination claims may recover back pay, front pay, emotional distress damages, attorneys’ fees, and other relief permitted under the LAD. Courts may also order reinstatement or policy changes where appropriate.

Because employment claims are subject to strict deadlines, prompt legal consultation is important.

Learn More About Sexual Orientation Discrimination in Woodbridge Township

For additional information regarding sexual orientation discrimination protections in Woodbridge Township, review this resource: Woodbridge Township Sexual Orientation (LGBT).

Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC

Castronovo & McKinney, LLC

71 Maple Ave

Morristown, NJ 07960

Phone: 973-920-7888

Email: tom@cmlaw.com

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The firm represents employees and employers throughout Woodbridge Township and across New Jersey, including Bergen County, Essex County, Middlesex County, and Morris County, as well as communities such as Newark, Hackensack, and New Brunswick.