Savannah Gender Discrimination Attorney

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The Civil Rights Act of 1963 and the Equal Pay Act prohibit employers in Georgia from discriminating on the basis of gender. Consequently employers cannot use sex or gender as a basis for determinations regarding wages, hiring procedures, or promotion policies. They also must ensure that working environments are not hostile or biased towards a particular gender, and that it is not of an overtly sexual atmosphere.

What Must be Proven in a Discrimination Claim?

Discrimination can be proven under the Equal Pay act if both men and women do the same type of work for the same employer but are nevertheless paid in different amounts. Discrimination claims in Savannah 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?

Sexual harassment consists of any unwanted conduct of a sexual nature directed towards the victim, and includes both physical and verbal acts. An employer in Savannah may also potentially be held liable for inappropriate behavior that was conducted by an employee's co-worker.

Georgia employers can also be held liable for sexual harassment if it allows conduct that leads to an overly sexual work environment. Without a lawyer, it can be difficult to prove gender discrimination because the details in proving intent are often complicated. Also, there can be specific procedures that must be closely followed in pursuing a claim.

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Life in Savannah

Savannah, Georgia is the county seat for Chatham County. It is the largest city in the county and was Georgia's original state capital. Savannah is also an important industrial hub and a functional Atlantic seaport.

Savannah is internationally known for being a model of "Southern hospitality and charm". The city's culture, architecture, and history have earned it the nickname of "Hostess City of the South". The nickname is a reference to the warm and cordial atmosphere of the city and its residents. In particular, Savannah's cozy downtown area attracts many visitors and is one of the U.S.' largest National Historic Landmarks.

Music plays a major role in Savannah culture. Year-round, the city hosts several music festivals, such as the annual Savannah Jazz Festival and the Savannah Music Festival. Several rock bands had their start in Savannah. The Savannah Civic Center also hosts concerts and features over 900 different events every year. Savannah, Georgia is frequently mentioned in popular films, television shows, and in literature.

Lawyers in Savannah, Georgia practice in many areas of law in order to meet the diverse needs of the community. Many Savannah lawyers are part of the Savannah Bar Association and other local and voluntary bar organizations

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