The Glass Ceiling: It’s Real to Many Women and Minorities

The term “glass ceiling” is used to describe the rampant discrimination against women and minorities at higher executive levels.  Women and minorities “hit” an invisible “ceiling” that cannot be seen, but that they cannot get past.

Prior to the 1960s a more frequently used term to describe workplace discrimination was “the good ol’ boys club.”  It you were not a man, you could not “join” and would never be promoted past a certain level in a company.  For the most part, the “boys club” was also an all-white club.

Although the rights of women and minorities are now better protected in the workplace, statistics show that they continue to be paid less than men, are less likely to be promoted, and, less likely to achieve high-level positions — even when statistics also show that more women hold higher degrees than men.

No matter what you call it, when a company has practices that systematically inhibit the rights of any group of workers based on certain characteristics, they are breaking the law.  If you have a boss that refuses to promote you because of your sex, race, age, or other characteristics, you may be able to take action against your employer.

Gender Discrimination – Glass Ceiling Attorneys Serving Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Our civil rights and employment issues attorneys are trial lawyers with more than 25 years of combined legal experienced.  Based in Philadelphia, PA, we represent employees throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

If you believe you have been the target of gender discrimination, contact our civil rights attorneys today to schedule a free consultation.  We can tell you if you have a case and the legal options available to you.

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