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Discrimination and Harassment August 20th, 2019
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What are workplace discrimination and harassment?

 

Workplace discrimination occurs when an employer mistreats an employee or applicant because of the following:

  • Race
  • Religious creed
  • Color
  • National origin
  • Ancestry
  • Physical disability or mental disability
  • Medical condition
  • Genetic information
  • Marital status
  • Sex
  • Gender
  • Gender identity or gender expression
  • Pregnancy or childbirth
  • Age (for employees over 40)
  • Sexual orientation
  • Military and veteran status

 

There are other reasons and many ways harassment may manifest itself. If you feel that you are a victim of harassment in the workplace, contact Davtyan Law Firm, Inc., and let’s talk about your situation. You may be owed a cash settlement.

Learn more about Harassment & Discrimination law in California

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