Discrimination

Employers who make employment decisions based on an employee’s actual or perceived protected characteristic(s) may be liable for discrimination.  Common protected characteristics giving rise to discrimination claims are: 

  • Gender

  • Sex, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions

  • Gender identity or gender expression

  • Sexual orientation

  • Age (40+)

  • Disability (mental and physical) 

  • Race

  • Ancestry

  • National origin 

  • Religion

  • Medical condition

  • Marital status

  • Reproductive health decisionmaking

  • Military or veteran status

  • Political activities or affiliations