Tonawanda Gender Discrimination Attorney

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New York 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. Consequently employers cannot use sex or gender as a basis for determinations regarding wages, hiring procedures, or promotion policies. They must also make sure that working environments will not be hostile towards a specific gender and that the work atmosphere 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. Additionally, a claim may prevail if an employer in Tonawanda hires only one gender, promotes workers because of their gender, or retaliates against those seeking relief for this misconduct.

When is Sexual Harassment Prohibited?

Sexual harassment encompasses any unwelcome or unwanted conduct of a sexual nature that is directed at the victim, whether it is physical or verbal. A Tonawanda employer may be held liable for the unwelcome conduct, even if it was an employee's co-worker who engaged in the sexual harassment.

New York employers may also be liable for allowing conduct to lead to a work environment that is overly sexual. It can be challenging to prove gender discrimination without first obtaining a lawyer, since specifics such as proving intent can often be complicated. There might also be procedures that must be followed in detail when one pursues a claim.

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Life in Tonawanda

Tonawanda--the name means "confluent stream" and is located in Erie County, New York. It is located across the Erie Canal and north of Buffalo.

The city is known for celebrating "Canal Fest." This is an one week festival where Tonawanda's history is celebrated. The festival aims to promote history and business for the city.

Popular sites include Gateway Harbor, Isle View Park, Niawanda Park, and The Long Homestead.

The city is home to many attorneys who have established law offices. These attorneys focus on providing residents and local businesses with excellent legal services.

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