August 2, 2019
Gender discrimination is an unfortunate reality in today’s workplace. In fact, according to Pew Research Center survey data, 42% of women report facing discrimination at work based on their gender. Workplace gender discrimination often takes the form of unequal treatment, such as reduced pay, fewer accolades, and being overlooked for raises and promotions.
If you have been passed over for a promotion at work due to your gender, the first step is gathering proof. Discrimination is insidious in that it can be difficult to pin down, but if you have solid examples such as direct evidence (i.e. an email in which a boss says something like “These business trips will be all boy’s talk, you wouldn’t want to come’), or strong circumstantial evidence (i.e. someone with fewer qualifications than you being awarded a promotion in your stead), you may have a case against your employer.
Once you have proof, your next step should be filing a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). In order to enforce EEOC laws, you must file a complaint before you are able to sue. At this point, you should contact an employment attorney to help protect and preserve your rights.
Our attorneys are well versed in protecting your employment rights, and in guiding you through gender discrimination cases. Call us today to discuss the details of your working environment. We can help you collect proof, file an EEOC complaint, and eventually go after your employer for the compensation you deserve.
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