What type of discrimination is unlawful?

Discrimination is when a person is treated differently or disadvantaged because of certain characteristics, such as their age, sex, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. In Florida, it is unlawful to discriminate against someone on the basis of any of these characteristics. This includes termination of employment, refusal to hire, pay disparities, or unequal access to job opportunities. Federal laws, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, prohibit discrimination in the workplace. In addition, Florida has its own state laws which protect employees from discrimination. This includes the Florida Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or marital status. The Florida Disabled Person Discrimination Law prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, and the Florida Human Rights Act protects employees from discrimination based on sex, marital status, or age. In general, employers are prohibited from making decisions about hiring, firing, promotions, pay, and other matters based on a person’s protected status. Any type of discrimination based on the characteristics mentioned above is illegal, and can lead to serious legal consequences for the employer.

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