Federal laws enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) make it illegal for a United States employer to discriminate against you based on certain protected characteristics.
This guide will walk you through a high-level introduction to understanding your rights and what behavior you are legally protected against.
What The Law Protects: Discrimination
Under federal law, it is illegal for your employer to treat you unfairly, deny opportunities, or harm your career because of any of the following protected identities:
Age (40+)
Color
Disability
Genetic Information
National Origin
Pregnancy
Sex
Sexual Orientation
Sexual Harassment
Race or Ethnicity
Religion