Discrimination
Employment discrimination happens in many ways, some of which may not be obvious or intentional. For example, an employer doesn’t usually decide to overlook a person for promotion because of race, gender, or other protected characteristic. However, certain acts can constitute unlawful discrimination because of their effect, regardless of the motivation for these acts.
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Protected Classes Overview
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Age of Discrimination
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AIDS or HIV-Positive Status
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Gender, Sex, and Gender Identity and Expression
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Marital Status
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Medical Condition and Genetic Information
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Military and Veteran Status
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Marijuana/Cannabis Use
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National Origin Discrimination
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Pregnancy Discrimination
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Race
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Religion
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Reproductive Health Decisionmaking
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Sexual Orientation
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Age
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