The provisions under religion include a lack of belief, as well as those not traditionally recognized as religious, such as witchcraft, paganism, atheist, etc. Religious discrimination also occurs when an employer fails to provide reasonable accommodation, such as altering work schedules, to accommodate the religious beliefs of its workforce. Coverage is not limited to worship, but also includes other obligations of church members, such as attendance at church-related business meetings by a minister. It is important to note that it is unlawful discrimination either to create a benefit or a disadvantage for a person because of age. In allegations of age discrimination, both individuals can be over 40.
Gender discrimination occurs when an employee is treated adversely because of their gender.
Gender discrimination includes sexual harassment and discrimination in the payment of wages based upon a person's gender. Gender discrimination does NOT include discrimination on the basis of sexual preference or life style choice. Sexual Harassment is a form of gender discrimination. It does, however, cover employees who - are currently in, or have completed, a drug rehabilitation program and are no longer engaging in the illegal use of drugs, or who are erroneously regarded as using illegal drugs. The law also covers alcoholism.