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Both federal and California law prohibit an employer from making decisions about hiring, firing, pay, or promotion based on a protected characteristic. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) reaches more employers and provides broader protections than federal law.
- Race, color, national origin, or ancestry
- Sex, gender, gender identity, or gender expression
- Pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions
- Age (40 and over)
- Disability (physical or mental) and medical condition
- Religion or religious dress and grooming practices
- Sexual orientation
- Marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information
Note: This page is general information about California law and is not legal advice. Every case turns on its own facts. For a free, confidential evaluation of your matter, call (858) 412-0019.
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