Cuyahoga Falls Gender Discrimination Attorney

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Ohio employers must abide by the Civil Rights Act of 1963 and the Equal Pay Act, both of which prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender. As such, employers may not use make any determinations based on gender in any areas such as wage amounts, hiring, and promotion requirements. They must also ensure that the workplace environment is not hostile to a particular gender and that it is not overly sexual.

What Must be Proven in a Discrimination Claim?

Discrimination occurs according to the Equal Pay Act if both men and women are working in the same job and performing the same tasks, yet receive different wages. Discrimination claims in Cuyahoga Falls can be proven where the employer only hires one gender, promotes employees on the basis of gender, or acts in retaliation against a worker who has complained of employer misconduct.

When is Sexual Harassment Prohibited?

Any unwelcome sexual behavior directed at the victim, including physical or verbal acts, is considered to be sexual harassment. An employer in Cuyahoga Falls could also potentially be held liable for inappropriate behavior that was conducted by an employee's co-worker.

If the employer allows conduct to create an overly sexual work environment, they might be held liable for sexual harassment in Ohio. Without a lawyer, it can be difficult to prove gender discrimination because the details in proving intent are often complicated. Additionally, there can be specific procedures that must be closely followed in pursuing a claim.

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Life in Cuyahoga Falls

Cuyahoga Falls is located in Summit County, Ohio. Approximately 50,000 people cal Cuyahoga Falls home. It is a suburb of Aron and Cleveland.

The most popular attractions are Blossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Mary Campbell Cave, Gorge Metro Park, The River Front, Brookledge Golf Course, Indian Head-Trail of the Whispering Giants, The Natatorium, Water Works Aquatic Center, Falls River Cruise, and Downview Sports Center.

Past famous residents include John Jacobs, Jim Jarmusch, Gates McFadden, Jim Ballard, Bob Lewis, and Mark Mothersbaugh Devo.

The area is also home to many attorneys who practice in every area of law. Therefore, the legal needs of residents will always be taken care of!

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