EEOC Files Lawsuits for Sex Discrimination Related to Transgender Employees

October 7, 2024

On October 1, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed two lawsuits for sex discrimination. The EEOC is suing for enforcement of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Both employers were accused of preventing transgender employees from using restrooms consistent with their gender identity, accused of harassment on the basis of gender identity and retaliation against said employees.


Key Takeaways:

-         It is a violation of the Civil Rights act to treat transgender employees differently than cis-gender employees

-         Transgender employees are guaranteed by law, the right to access restrooms in correlation with their gender identity.

-         The EEOC has received more than 3000 charges of alleged discrimination since 2013 and has received another 81,000 charges of retaliation.


Next Steps for Employers:

It is extremely important for employers to remain up to date on legislation to ensure compliance and to update existing policies as needed.


If your business has any questions on this topic or any other matters, please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at The Royal Law Firm at 413-586-2288.

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