Beyond February: Celebrating Black History and Pushing for Progress Every Day
February marks Black History Month, a designated time to recognize the immense contributions of Black Americans to the fabric of our nation. However, at Matern Law Group, we believe honoring Black history requires more than a fleeting moment of reflection. It demands sustained action, ongoing dialogue, and unwavering commitment to building a future where equity […]
I AM my Hair!
A Discussion of Race-Based Hairstyle Discrimination and How the CROWN Act is a Necessary Response A person’s hairstyle can say a lot without them uttering a single word. Women, predominantly Black American women and children, face race-based hairstyle discrimination in the workplace, school, housing and in public in general solely based on their natural, inherited […]
Tesla Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Filed by Matern Law Group
Shanel Dickson was the only African-American and the only female on her solar roofing crew. In July 2021, her Caucasian supervisor began calling her “nigga” and made other derogatory racial and sexual comments. She was also denied work duties and privileges that were afforded to men. Inside the warehouse was no better. On one occasion, […]