What is Discrimination in Employment Under California Law?
Harassment and discrimination in employment is prohibited where it is because of:
● Race;
● Ancestry;
● National Origin;
● Color;
● Sex;
● Sexual Orientation;
● Religion;
● Disability (including HIV/AIDS diagnosis);
● Marital Status;
● Age (40 and over);
● Medical Condition (cancer and genetic characteristics);
● Refusal of Family Care Leave;
● Refusal of Leave for an Employee’s Serious;
● Health Condition;
● Denial of Pregnancy Disability Leave;
● Retaliation for Reporting Patient Abuse in Tax Supported Institutions.
Discrimination is prohibited in all employment practices including:
● Advertisements;
● Applications and interviews;
● Hiring, transferring, promoting or leaving a job;
● Working conditions.
Discrimination is also illegal under Federal law. Discrimination in Housing is illegal under state and federal law, but a discussion of Federal law and discrimination in housing is beyond the scope of this discussion. Please consult an attorney for further information.
Attorneys handling claims of sexual harassment, discrimination and wrongful termination under California law.
Serving virtually all of California, including Los Angeles, Pasadena, San Francisco, and San Diego areas.
Law Offices of Jason L. Oliver
128 N. Fair Oaks Avenue, Suite 107
Pasadena, California 91103
(626) 797-2777
If you need an attorney or simply want to consult with a lawyer regarding an employment related case of sexual harassment, discrimination, or wrongful termination, please call
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Jason L. Oliver
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Last Updated: January 2007
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