Job Discrimination
Know the Law
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ADA Information for People with Disabilities Seeking Employment
A pamphlet for people with disabilities explaining employment sections of the Americans with Disabilities Act and how to file a complaint with the EEOC. Content Detail
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Age Discrimination
There are at least three federal laws which prohibit discrimination on the bases of age. Read More
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Age Discrimination Act of 1975
United States Code addressing age discrimination in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. 42 U.S.C. Sections 6101-6107 Content Detail
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Age Discrimination, Code of Federal Regulations, WIA
Implementation of the Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Provisions of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) 29 CFR Part 37 Content Detail
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Age Discrimination in Employment
Portion of the United States Code, Title 29-Labor, Chapter 14-Age Discrimination in Employment. 29 USC §621 Content Detail
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Age Discrimination in Employment Act
Federal regulations to guide Age interpretations of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act 29 CFR Part 1625 Content Detail
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Can My Employer Punish Me for Making a Complaint about Safety and Health Concerns?
It is illegal for your employer to punish you for complaining to the Occupational Health & Safety Administration. This explains what you can do and who you can contact if you are punished for filing a complaint Read More
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Civil Rights Complaints
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights' does not advocate for individual discrimination complaints, but has a referral service to get you in contact with providing information specific to your situation, the right office if decide to file a complaint. Content Detail
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Civil Rights FAQ's
General Civil Rights information including filing complaints, procedures, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other resources for help. Content Detail
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Consumer Credit Protection Act, Wage Garnishment Law Provisions
The CCPA protects employees from discharge by their employers because their wages have been garnished for any one debt, and limits the amount of an employee's earnings that may be garnished in any one week. Content Detail
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Disability Rights Laws
An overview of the federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities. Includes contact information for federal agencies that can give more information. Read More
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e-Vets Resource Advisor
This Advior assists Veterans, Service Members and those who support them to quickly and easily navigate information and resources. Content Detail
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Fair Labor Standards Act Advisor
The elaws Advisors helps employees and employers understand their rights and responsibilities under numerous Federal employment laws. Content Detail
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FAQ Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Frequently Asked Questions on Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a national law that protects qualified individuals from discrimination based on their disability. The nondiscrimination requirements of the law apply to employers and organizations that receive financial assistance from any Federal department or agency, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). These organizations and employers include many hospitals, nursing homes, mental health centers and human service programs. Content Detail
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Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is an independent federal agency that promotes equal opportunity in employment. It protects applicants to and employees of most private employers, state and local governments, educational institutions, employment agencies and labor organizations. This web site has a basic introduction to your rights and responsibilities under federal equal employment opportunity laws. Content Detail
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