Tyler Gender Discrimination Attorney

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In Texas, discrimination by employers that is based on gender is prohibited by the Civil Rights Act of 1963 and the Equal Pay Act. As such, employers may not use make any determinations based on gender in any areas such as wage amounts, hiring, and promotion policies. 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?

The Equal Pay Act allows discrimination to be proven if it can be shown that both men and women work for the same employer doing the same tasks, and yet are paid differently. Also, discrimination can be proven if the employer in Tyler is only hiring or issuing promotions based on one gender. A claim will also succeed if the employer retaliates against workers who seek relief for discrimination.

When is Sexual Harassment Prohibited?

Sexual harassment includes any unwanted sexual behavior, whether verbal or physical, directed at the victim. An employer in Tyler 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 Texas. Without a lawyer, it can be difficult to prove gender discrimination because the details in proving intent are often complicated. Furthermore, there can be specific procedures that must be closely followed in pursuing a claim.

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Life in Tyler

Tyler is located in Smith County, Texas. Its nickname is the "Rose Capital of the Nation" because the city has so many rose bushes everywhere! It is also home to America's largest rose garden. The city also annually hosts the Texas Rose Festival, an event that celebrates rose-growing industries. There is also a Rose Museum that is a popular tourist attraction.

Top employers include Trinity Mother Frances Health System, Brookshire Grocery Company, Trane Company, Carrier Corporation, Suddenlink, Tyler Junior College, The University of Texas at Tyler and East Texas Medical Center. Tyler is also home to many attorneys who have established law offices. Thus, the legal needs of residents and businesses will always be met

All in all, Tyler is a quaint city that offers small-town charm and a lovely hospitable, community-like feel.

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