Gender discrimination in the workplace remains a significant issue, impacting employees at all levels across various industries. Discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression, or sex can manifest in hiring practices, pay disparities, promotions, workplace policies, and harassment. Federal and state laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act, and recent legal rulings, provide protections against gender-based discrimination.
This advanced law course provides a comprehensive examination of gender discrimination complaints, covering legal definitions, employer responsibilities, employee rights, complaint procedures, litigation strategies, and best practices for preventing and addressing gender bias in the workplace. Participants will analyze case law, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, and dispute resolution methods to navigate gender discrimination claims effectively.
This course is designed for legal professionals, HR specialists, business executives, and employees seeking to understand, prevent, or address gender discrimination in the workplace.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand federal and state laws protecting against gender discrimination.
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Identify different forms of gender discrimination and their legal implications.
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Analyze employer obligations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Equal Pay Act.
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Evaluate the process of filing gender discrimination complaints with the EEOC.
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Examine legal strategies for employees facing gender discrimination.
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Assess employer defenses and risk mitigation strategies.
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Interpret case law involving workplace gender discrimination disputes.
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Develop best practices for fostering workplace gender equity.
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Understand alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options in gender discrimination cases.
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Apply legal principles to real-world gender discrimination claims.
