Legal Question in Discrimination Law in California
I applied for a job at a hobby shop, then was told by the hiring manager that they were 'looking for a woman'. Today, I found out that the shop had in fact hired a woman. Is this grounds for discrimination, and how do I proceed from here?
Asked on 6/21/12, 2:35 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Sure sounds like gender discrimination to me. Contact the EEOC and file a complaint.
Answered on 6/21/12, 2:38 pm
Michael Kirschbaum
Law Offices of Michael R. Kirschbaum
It probably is discriminatory, unless being a woman is a legitimate qualification for the job or the employer employs less than 5 people.
You could retain an attorney to assist you or you could file a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, the state agency that investigates claims of discrimination. Complaints must be made within a year of the discrimination.
Answered on 6/21/12, 2:43 pm
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