Non-work discrimination and harassment leads connect attorneys with individuals who have experienced unfair treatment or abuse in settings outside the workplace. These leads often involve schools, housing, public services, and businesses.
These cases typically stem from violations of federal or state civil rights laws. Victims may face discrimination based on race, gender, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. Law firms can pursue financial and injunctive relief on behalf of clients.
These leads are increasing as awareness grows and legal protections expand. They represent a smaller but steadily growing portion of civil rights-related claims.
With nearly 90,000 discrimination charges filed to the EEOC in 2024, many non-work incidents are also being reported and pursued legally. These leads are more common in areas with active civil rights enforcement and strong community outreach.
Effective intake starts by identifying the protected class involved, the setting of the incident, and the nature of the discriminatory or harassing conduct. Attorneys should also verify applicable local or federal protections.
Intake teams should document timelines, detailed incident descriptions, names of responsible parties, and any existing complaints or evidence (emails, photos, video). Support from community organizations or witnesses strengthens the lead's viability.