Workplace discrimination against an employee based on a protected characteristic may result in fines, citations, and additional civil penalties for the employer. This includes discrimination based on an employee’s gender. Unfortunately, many California workers are unaware of what the laws say and their rights in the workplace regarding gender. As such, they either quit their job and move on or live with horrible treatment. Instead, they should contact an experienced Palo Alto gender discrimination lawyer as soon as possible.Â
In California, employees of all genders are protected by law from workplace discrimination. These protections are granted by several laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act at the federal level and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act at the state level. Protected characteristics under this law include an employee’s sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy status.
It’s important for workers to recognize what constitutes workplace discrimination so they are properly prepared to address it. Generally speaking, gender discrimination involves treating one worker or a group of workers differently than their peers because of their gender. How this actually takes place can vary across different roles and workplaces.
The following actions may be considered gender-based discrimination if the employer acts solely on the worker’s gender:
This is not an exhaustive list of forms of discrimination. Workers who have been subject to any of these examples or other discriminatory behaviors should consider meeting with a Palo Alto gender discrimination lawyer.Â
In addition to recognizing how discrimination happens, employees should also be aware of how to respond to acts of discrimination or harassment.
While anti-discrimination laws are necessary and important, they can also get confusing. The best resource for understanding workers’ rights and responding to discrimination in the workplace is often a skilled attorney.Â
Contact the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro today to schedule a consultation with an experienced Palo Alto gender discrimination lawyer. We can assess your situation and help you determine the appropriate next steps.
Jeannette is passionate about employee rights. She fights to shed light on injustices and to help her clients move beyond troubling times. Contact Jeannette today for a free case evaluation.
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