The investigation that follows the filing of a compliant will determine if illegal discrimination has, in fact, occurred. A person who files a complaint is called a complainant. Discrimination - The word discrimination is often used to mean illegal discriminatory acts. Discrimination in employment is simply illegal treatment of a person by category, class, or group rather than objective treatment on the basis of merit. Under EEO law, it is illegal to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion national origin, sex, age or handicap.
Discrimination can be intentional or unintentional.
The groups protected form the employment discrimination by law. Every U.S. citizen is a member of some protected class, and is entitled to the benefits of EEO law. Quoto - Hiring and promotion rates based on race, sex, or other protected class standards which must be met at all costs. In extreme cases, the courts have assigned quotas to some employers who have continued to practice illegal discrimination. Reasonable Accommodation - Adjustments and changes an employer must make in the work schedule or work environment to meet the needs of his employees.