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Job discrimination law helps to protect employees from being negatively treated in the workplace due to their gender, age, race, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or other legally protected characteristics. In Kennebunk, United States, this law is safeguarded federally by entities such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and locally by the Maine Human Rights Commission (MHRC).
Employment discrimination can be difficult to prove. You might need a lawyer if you have been unfairly dismissed, demoted, denied training, harassed or discriminated against in any way at your workplace based on your protected characteristic. A lawyer can assist you in documenting evidence, filing formal complaints, and representing you in negotiations or court proceedings."
In Kennebunk and throughout Maine, the Maine Human Rights Act makes it illegal for an employer to discriminate against job applicants or employees. All employers in the state who have at least 15 employees are covered under this law. The Maine Human Rights Act specifically protects against discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, national origin, and whistleblower activity.
Job discrimination is any unfair treatment in a workplace based on a person's protected characteristics. This can involve hiring, firing, promotions, job duties, pay, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
A direct evidence such as statements by supervisors or policies showing a discriminatory motive can be a proof. You can also use indirect evidence like statistical evidence showing a pattern of discrimination, or comparative evidence showing that employees of a different race, age, gender, etc. were treated favorably.
You can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Maine Human Rights Commission (MHRC). It is also advisable to consult with an attorney experienced in employment discrimination.
In Maine, you have 300 days from the day the discrimination took place to file a charge with the EEOC. The MHRC requires filing within six months of the most recent act of discrimination.
No, retaliation for reporting discrimination, filing a complaint, or participating in an investigation is illegal under federal and state laws.
The Maine Human Rights Commission (MHRC) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have valuable resources available on their websites. Other local organizations like Maine's Bureau of Labor Education and Pine Tree Legal Assistance can also be of assistance.
If you believe you have been a victim of job discrimination, it could be beneficial to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in employment law. They can guide you through the process of filing a discrimination charge and potentially pursuing a lawsuit. Keeping a detailed record of all incidents, including dates, people involved, and what happened, can be important evidence.
