Title VII Civil Rights Act

Title VII refers to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which is a federal law in the United States that prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The law applies to employers with 15 or more employees, including federal, state, and local governments.

Title VII prohibits various forms of discrimination in employment, including hiring, firing, promotion, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment.

The law also prohibits harassment and retaliation against employees who assert their rights under Title VII or participate in investigations or lawsuits related to discrimination.

Title VII has been amended over the years to expand its protections, including the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, which prohibits discrimination based on

pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991, which allows for compensatory and punitive damages in cases of intentional discrimination.

Enforcement of Title VII is overseen by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which investigates complaints of discrimination and can file lawsuits on behalf of victims of discrimination. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against under Title VII can also file a charge with the EEOC and may ultimately file a lawsuit in federal court.

If you feel that you have been discriminated against, contact The Justice Law Firm, LLC today to discuss your options.