Employment Discrimination - Protected Categories

Protected Categories

Laws often prohibit discrimination on the basis of

  • Race or color
  • Ethnicity or national origin
  • Sex or gender
  • Pregnancy
  • Religion or creed
  • Political affiliation
  • Language abilities
  • Citizenship
  • Disability or medical condition
  • Age
  • Sexual orientation
  • Gender identity
  • Marital status

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