Walla Walla Gender Discrimination Attorney

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Discrimination based on gender is prohibited for employers in Washington according to the Civil Rights Act of 1963, as well as the Equal Pay Act. Accordingly, employers may not take sex into account when they determine pay, hire new workers, or promote within the company. 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?

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. Furthermore, a claim may prevail if an employer in Walla Walla hires only one gender, promotes workers because of their gender, or retaliates against those seeking relief for this 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. Employers in Walla Walla might also be liable for the behavior, even when the conduct was done by an employee's co-worker.

Washington employers can also be held liable for sexual harassment if it allows conduct that leads to an overly sexual work environment. It is normally somewhat hard to prove gender discrimination if you don't have an attorney, because certain aspects such as proving intent can be complex. Pursuing a claim also involves following procedures, many of which can be detailed.

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Life in Walla Walla

With a population of just over 30,000 residents, Walla Walla, Washington is one of the larger cities in the state of Washington. Located four hours from the state capital of Seattle, Walla Walla has colleges, vineyards, and other fun aspects of the city to make it a great place to work and play. Walla Walla is located only thirteen miles from the Oregon border. In addition to being home to Whitman College, the city also has a community college and a specialty school. Interestingly enough, the community college in Walla Walla has classes in all aspects of the booming wine industry in the city, which helps keep the businesses local. Walla Walla wine industry generates over million in revenue to the city every year. Other big products that come out of Walla Walla are wheat and sweet corn. Walla Walla, Washington is also home to some great lawyers. Lawyers in Walla Walla are trained in any legal issue his or her client may be dealing with and happy to help use their knowledge to solve a problem. From lawyers to wine makers to university professors, Walla Walla is a city that attracts amazing professional talent.

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