Learn about the different kinds of discrimination that can happen in the workplace and how you are protected under Massachusetts law. Individuals seeking to file a complaint of discrimination can come in-person to our MCAD Boston, Springfield, and Worcester offices for intake services.A charge of discrimination can be completed through our online system after you submit an online inquiry and we interview you. The first step is to file a complaint (also called a Charge) at the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. In Massachusetts, you must file your claim within 300 days after you experienced a discriminatory act. Federal and state law prohibit Massachusetts employers from discriminating against employees based on certain characteristics, such as race or religion. Massachusetts has laws in place against discrimination on the job. You may file in person or in writing at the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD). You must file your claim of discrimination with the MCAD within 300 days of the discriminatory conduct or practice you are complaining about. As Boston discrimination lawyers, we represent employees in seeking to hold employers liable for their wrongful conduct to the fullest extent of the law.