Employers also include persons or entities that deny initial employment in violation of the antidiscrimination provisions. There is no minimum number of employees required to be a covered employer and no requirement that the employer be engaged in interstate commerce. There is no minimum service requirement. In addition, applicants for employment and individuals who are not members of the uniformed services are protected under the antidiscrimination and antiretaliation provisions. Claims that are not resolved voluntarily may be referred to the U.S. Attorney General, who may commence an action in federal court to secure compliance.
Liquidated damages are available in cases where a willful violation of the law is found.
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