Gender Discrimination/Glass Ceiling Archives

Are employers in Virginia prohibited from discriminating based on pregnancy?

Virginia Law Prohibiting Pregnancy Discrimination Yes – employers in Virginia are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, including lactation. … Continued

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Discrimination Law Firm in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia

During a recession, the loss of a job due to discrimination or retaliation can be detrimental. With so much at stake, it’s critical to … Continued

How to file a discrimination complaint in Virginia

A Virginia employee alleging discrimination under the VA HRA must file a complaint with the Division of Human Rights(DHR) before filing in court. An employee must file with DHR within 300 days of when the discrimination occurred.

What is gender pay discrimination and what can I do about it?

Gender Pay Discrimination According to an analysis performed by the National Women’s Law Center, women earn 80 cents on the dollar compared to men, amounting … Continued

Pay discrimination against executives: what is the “salary negotiation defense” in Equal Pay Act cases?

According to a Council of Economic Advisers issue brief about the Gender Gap, “median earnings for a woman working full-time all year in the United States totaled only … Continued

Pay discrimination claims under the Equal Pay Act versus Title VII: what is the difference?

Major differences between EPA and Title VII pay discrimination claims Although Title VII and the Equal Pay Act (EPA) have many similarities, they also have … Continued

What are common signs of a glass ceiling within a company?

Sign #1: look around, who do you see? Corporations have made significant progress in diversifying their employees over the last few decades. But even for … Continued

Can executives, partners, and other senior managers sue if they’ve suffered discrimination?

One of the more hotly debated topics is whether executives should be viewed as the employer versus the employee when they suffer discrimination at work. This … Continued

Can I still file a Title VII discrimination lawsuit if I missed the EEOC charge deadline?

The answer is: it depends on what kind of lawsuit you’re bringing. If your claim is against a private employer (not the government) and involves … Continued

Is an employee protected against retaliation for testifying on behalf of a co-worker?

Yes. The anti-retaliation provision of Title VII provides broad protection for participation in any manner in a Title VII related proceeding, which encompasses protection for … Continued

Is an employee protected against retaliation for participating in an employer’s internal investigation?

Yes. The Supreme Court held in Crawford v. Metro. Gov’t of Nashville, 555 U.S.271, 279-80 (2009) that an employee’s participation in an employer’s internal investigation … Continued

How do I file a charge of discrimination with the EEOC?

For a claim under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, you’re going to want to file a complaint to discrimination with … Continued