Racial Discrimination Legal Guidance

Summary

Racial discrimination is illegal under both federal and New York state law, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and New York State Human Rights Law. Discrimination based on race in various settings, such as public accommodations, is prohibited. If someone refuses to interact with you due to your race but is willing to interact with someone of a different race, it can be considered discrimination. You have legal protections and may seek further information on how to address this issue.

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My name is Patrick 26 years old I'm from Suffolk County New York
Hi Patrick! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
If someone did not want to talk to me because of the color of my skin but was willing to talk to my mother because of this color of her skin is that discrimination
Patrick, yes, that situation can be considered discrimination based on race. In New York, it's illegal to discriminate against someone because of their race under both state and federal law.
- This falls under the Civil Rights Act of *, which prohibits discrimination based on race in various settings including public accommodations.
- New York State Human Rights Law also protects against discrimination.
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