Are employers allowed to terminate employees for filing a charge of discrimination with the EEOC?

In Pennsylvania, employers are not allowed to terminate employees for filing a charge of discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). This is protected by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Under these laws, employers cannot retaliate against employees because they filed a charge of discrimination with the EEOC or participated in any EEOC activity, such as providing information or testifying. If they do, they can be held liable for discrimination or retaliation by the EEOC. The EEOC also offers protection to applicants. It is illegal for employers to refuse to hire applicants, or take other unfavorable action against them, because they filed a charge of discrimination or participated in other EEOC activity. In Pennsylvania, employers have a responsibility to provide a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. Employees who believe they have been terminated in retaliation for filing a charge of discrimination with the EEOC should contact the EEOC or a qualified attorney to discuss their rights.

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