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Being paid less than a male colleague for the same job
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Passed over for promotions or leadership roles due to gender
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Denied opportunities because of gender stereotypes
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Facing sexist comments, bias, or “old boys’ club” culture
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Being asked inappropriate questions during interviews (e.g., about family plans)
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Unequal discipline or performance reviews based on gender
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Harassment for being transgender or gender non-conforming
Gender discrimination can affect people of any gender, including women, men, transgender individuals, and nonbinary employees.
You are legally protected from discrimination based on:
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Gender or sex
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Gender identity or gender expression
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Pregnancy and related conditions
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Retaliation for complaining about or reporting discrimination
If your employer has taken adverse action against you because of your gender, or failed to correct a discriminatory environment, you may have a valid legal claim.
What You May Be Entitled To
What Is Gender Discrimination?
Gender Discrimination – Employment Law
When Your Gender Affects How You're Treated at Work, It's Time to Speak Up
You work hard. You bring value to your job. Your gender should never be a barrier to equal treatment, fair pay, or advancement. Unfortunately, gender discrimination remains a serious issue in workplaces across all industries. At DiSilvio Young, we help individuals who have been treated unfairly because of their sex, gender identity, or gender expression.
We’re not just here to listen—we’re here to fight for your rights.
Examples of Gender Discrimination
Your Rights Under the Law
Gender discrimination occurs when an employer makes decisions about hiring, firing, promotions, pay, assignments, or workplace conditions based on an employee’s gender, sex, or gender identity rather than their qualifications or performance.
It is illegal under both federal law—Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964—and many state and local laws.
Victims of gender discrimination may be eligible to recover:
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Back pay and lost benefits
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Compensation for emotional distress
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Reinstatement or front pay
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Attorneys’ fees and costs
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Punitive damages (in severe cases)
We will carefully assess your case and fight for the maximum compensation available under the law.
Why DiSilvio Young?
At DiSilvio Young, we take gender discrimination seriously. Our employment law attorneys combine deep legal knowledge with a client-first approach. We listen without judgment, investigate thoroughly, and litigate aggressively when necessary.
We’re here to level the playing field.
Speak with a Gender Discrimination Attorney Today
If you’ve been treated unfairly because of your gender, don’t wait to get the help you need. The law is on your side—and so are we.