Several key laws in the United States govern employment discrimination. The most prominent among them include:
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations. - Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Protects employees and job applicants who are 40 years of age or older from discrimination. - Equal Pay Act of 1963: Mandates that men and women be given equal pay for equal work in the same establishment.