North Providence Gender Discrimination Attorney

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In Rhode Island, discrimination by employers that is based on gender is banned by the Civil Rights Act of 1963 and the Equal Pay Act. In accordance, employers may not take gender into account when making decisions regarding wages, hiring, or promotions. They also must ensure that working environments are not hostile or biased towards a certain gender, and that it is not of an overtly sexual atmosphere.

What Must be Proven in a Discrimination Claim?

Under the Equal Pay act, discrimination can be proven if men and women both work in the same place, do the same job, but are still paid differently. Discrimination claims in North Providence can be shown 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 includes all unwelcome or unwanted conduct of a sexual nature that is directed at the victim, whether it is physical or verbal. A North Providence employer can be held liable for the unwelcome conduct, even if it was an employee's co-worker who engaged in the sexual harassment.

Rhode Island employers may also be held liable for sexual harassment if it permits 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. Additionally, there can be specific procedures that must be closely followed in pursuing a claim.

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Life in North Providence

North Providence is located in Providence County, Rhode Island. The 2010 census reported its population to be 32,078 people.

The primary industries driving the economy are textile, chemical, and drum recycling. Although the legal force is not included amongst the top industries, there are many law offices and solo practitioners that practice in North Providence. Therefore the legal force is present and thriving.

Famous people that have called North Providence home are Ernie DiGregorio, Jim Gilchrist, Danielle Lacourse, Zellio Toppazzini, and Bob Giammarco.

For a small city covering a small area, North Providence has a lot to show for itself, making it a must-see city to visit!

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