Preventing Employment Discrimination FAQ

Common questions about workplace discrimination and harassment laws.

Federal Antidiscrimination Laws

Learn about the major federal laws that prohibit workplace discrimination.

Employment Discrimination in Your State

Your state's discrimination law may protect more employees -- and apply to smaller employers -- than federal law.

Preventing Retaliation Claims by Employees

You can't retaliate against employees for complaining about harassment or discrimination.

Dress Codes and Grooming Codes in the Workplace

Avoid discrimination and other legal problems when adopting grooming and dress code policies for employees.

Avoiding Discrimination Based on Race and National Origin

You may not make job decisions based on an employee's race, ethnicity, or national origin.

Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Learn what sexual harassment is -- and how to prevent it.

Avoiding Age Discrimination

A number of state and federal laws prohibit employers from discriminating against employees and applicants on the basis of age.

Religious Discrimination in the Workplace

Employers must accommodate their employees' religious beliefs --within reason.

Reasonable Accommodations for People With Disabilities: The ADA

Employers may not discriminate against applicants and employees with disabilities.

ADA Amendments: More Protections Against Disability Discrimination

Changes to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect more workers from disability discrimination.

Preventing Sexual Orientation Discrimination in the Workplace

A growing number of states prohibit discrimination against gay and lesbian employees.

Creating a Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment

Learn what you should include in your company's anti-harassment policy -- and what benefits it will provide.

How to Handle Discrimination and Harassment Complaints

Reduce your legal risks by dealing with discrimination and harassment complaints quickly and carefully.

Why You Should Provide Disability Training to Employees

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits employers from discriminating against applicants and employees with disabilities.

Do we have to conduct workplace training about harassment?

Training isn't required in most states, but it can be a great tool to prevent harassment.

Can we transfer an employee with a thick accent out of customer service?

Making job decisions based on accent could be a form of national origin discrimination.

Do You Need a Lawyer for a Workplace Investigation of Sexual Harassment?

Employers must investigate claims of workplace sexual harassment.