In a perfect world, everyone would be granted equal opportunities, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Unfortunately, for some people in Florida and across the United States, this isn’t the case. Workplace discrimination is a common problem, and it can be a serious detriment to your career.
Thankfully, various federal and state laws are in place to protect you against workplace discrimination, ensuring fair treatment and equal opportunities. Read on to learn about these laws and how they may apply to your situation.
Federal Laws Prohibiting Workplace Discrimination
Workplace discrimination is prohibited under numerous federal laws, including:
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), prohibits discrimination against an employee based on their race, color, country of origin, religion, or sex
- The Equal Pay Act of 1963, which protects against sex-based wage discrimination
- The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, which protects individuals 40 and older against age-based discrimination
- The Civil Rights Act of 1991, which offers monetary compensation for intentional employment discrimination cases
- The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, protects against workplace discrimination based on genetic information
You can file a complaint to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC, to address workplace discrimination under federal law.
Florida’s Anti-Discrimination Laws
Florida has its own anti-discrimination laws to protect workers throughout the Sunshine State, including the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992, the Florida Equal Pay Law, and the Florida Civil Rights Act for Public Employees. These laws protect against discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, pregnancy, age, marital status, and handicap in all areas of employment, including recruitment, candidate selection, employment decisions, terminations, and promotions.
You can file a complaint with the Florida Commission on Human Relations, or FCHR, which protects Floridians against workplace discrimination.
The experienced attorneys at Weldon & Rothman, PL handle discrimination cases and can help you file a complaint with a federal or state agency. If these methods don’t prevail, we can pursue your claim in court. Contact us today for a free case review!