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Employment LawUnited States (Federal)

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

Summary

Prohibits employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in all aspects of employment.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to work in an environment free from harassment based on protected characteristics.
  • 02.
    Right to seek reasonable religious accommodations.
  • 03.
    Right to be free from retaliation for complaining about discrimination.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Back pay and front pay.
  • 02.
    Compensatory and punitive damages.
  • 03.
    Injunctions to stop discriminatory practices.
  • 04.
    Payment of the plaintiff's attorney fees.

Verified Citations

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