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Wyoming (WY) Job Discrimination Law in the Workplace

September 22nd, 2006 Posted by Rachel

All citizens should be afforded equal opportunities, especially when it comes to employment. You should not be segregated, separated or otherwise discriminated against because of certain characteristics. You should be free to work in a place that you will not be harassed or made to feel intimidated. There are both federal and state laws that employers are expected to follow in their employment practices. Along with the federal EEOC, most states have a specific department or agency dedicated to the education, regulation and enforcement of such laws.

The Wyoming Labor Standards Division enforces Wyoming (WY) Job Discrimination Law in the Workplace. All employers with two or more employees are subject to the law.Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, age, national origin, ancestry, and handicap. The law also prohibits an employer from retaliating against an employee who alleges any of the types of discrimination, or who participates in an investigation. To refuse to hire or to discharge without just cause, or otherwise to discriminate against any person with respect to the terms and conditions, or privileges of employment, or any matter directly or indirectly related to employment on any of these basis is a violation, and punishable by law. Using preferences or other screening methods when advertising or recruiting is also prohibited.

If you feel your rights under Wyoming (WY) Job Discrimination Law in the Workplace have been violated you have six months to file a verified complaint with the Labor Standards Division. You have 300 days from the last incident to file under federal law. Some cases are investigated immediately, but you should also be prepared to wait several months for the investigation to start. If the department does not find in your favor, you have the right to pursue your claim through legal action on your own.