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Introduction<\/h2>\n

The right to fair and equitable employment is necessarily part of the “equal opportunity” that is a cherished value of the United States. \u00a0However, in some cases, some categories of individuals may not be hired or promoted on an equal basis with other employees. This circumstances constitutes a legal case of “employment discrimination” that may warrant a legal case in court.<\/p>\n

What Is Employment Discrimination?<\/h3>\n

“Discrimination” is a term used to indicate that someone has been treated less favorably than another individual for unfair reasons. Employers make decisions about employees every day, but when these decisions favor some groups of people over others, for no other reason that they are part of this group, a case of workplace discrimination<\/a> has occurred. Other people can also be involved in discrimination, such as teachers, coaches, managers or co-workers. Under certain laws, these cases of discrimination are illegal, and the individual who has discriminated against can file a case in court for compensation.<\/p>\n

What Categories of Individuals Are Protected Under Discrimination Law?<\/h3>\n

A number of specific categories of discrimination are named in current laws to protect individuals from unfair treatment in employment. It is illegal to discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age over 40. In addition, you cannot discriminate on the basis of someone being pregnant nor on any genetic information that may come to light. These categories have been chosen because they have often been the basis of employment discrimination in the past.<\/p>\n

How To Tell If You Have Been Discriminated Against?<\/h3>\n

In some cases, discrimination is out in the open and easy for all to see. However, in other cases, actions that are discriminatory may be subtle and difficult to detect. Generally, employees become aware of patterns of discrimination over time, when they witness policies toward others, which then affect their own treatment on the job. At other times, they may learn of discriminatory practices in conversation with other employees or by other individuals who sought employment at a company in the past. These policies begin to be evident as the instances begin to multiply.<\/p>\n

How Is Employment Discrimination Defined in Arizona?<\/h3>\n

Employment discrimination in Arizona is defined as any action that fails to treat a particular group of people differently from other groups in terms of hiring, firing, work duties, segregated work areas or promotion, based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.<\/p>\n

Examples of Common Employment Discrimination Allegations<\/h3>\n

Lawsuits are filed against companies in Arizona on the basis of a number of types of discrimination:<\/strong><\/p>\n