Race Discrimination
Although many would hope that race discrimination remains a thing of the past, the unfortunate reality is that many still face some discrimination based on their race or national heritage. Employers that practice race discrimination put themselves at risk for heavy fines if any of their employees decide to sue. Many states make it even easier for employees to file complaints against their employers through the special state agency designed to manage such claims. This section contains useful information about bringing a suit or raising a complaint based in racial discrimination, including what kinds of practices might be discriminatory, and the procedure for a typical complaint process.
- Overview: Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
The first step to stopping racial discrimination in the workplace is identifying it, which is much harder than it sounds. This article has some practical advice on what to look for.
- Facts About Race/Color Discrimination
Distinguishes facts about racial discrimination from fiction. Find out what kinds of discriminatory behaviors are prohibited in the workplace under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
- Can an Employer Require Employees to Speak English on the Job?
Many successful employers speak English as their primary language, but as the country gets more diverse, more job applicants are speaking other languages. Find out when English can be a requirement.
- Race Discrimination: Applicable Laws
This article has links and brief explanations of the most important laws designed to protect workers from racial discrimination and other forms of bias in the workplace.
- Race Discrimination: U.S. Supreme Court Cases
The United State Supreme Court has been very influential in the development of the laws against racial discrimination in employment. Read this article for summaries of the most important cases.
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Equal Employment Opportunity
The Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1964 was one of the biggest advancements of civil rights law of the twentieth century. Click here to read the text of this historic piece of legislation.
- Can an Employer Require Employees to Speak English on the Job?
- Civil Rights Act of 1991
- EEOC Claims FAQ
- EEOC's Charge Processing Procedures
- Facts About Race/Color Discrimination
- Filing an EEOC Complaint or Charge
- Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Equal Employment Opportunity
- What to Expect: An EEOC Cause of Action Chronology