Unequal Pay Discrimination Claim

Summary

Unequal pay for equal work may violate the Equal Pay Act. In Florida, the Florida Civil Rights Act also prohibits wage discrimination based on sex. If you believe youre a victim of wage discrimination, consider contacting an employment lawyer or the Florida Commission on Human Relations. You can visit their website or call their public inquiry line for more information.

Full Conversation

So I’ve been employed at this job for over 2 years and we received and annual raise and it’s a merit and performance raised . After further investigation I found out my other male coworker with the same responsibilities and skill set received a higher raise than me . I honestly believe it’s discriminatory that I received less than my other male counterparts
Hello Bertha, it's important to note that unequal pay for equal work could potentially be a violation of the Equal Pay Act (EPA). Could you please specify your location so that I can provide more precise information?
Florida
Hello Bertha, you're right to be concerned. In Florida:
- The Florida Civil Rights Act prohibits wage discrimination based on sex.
- The Federal Equal Pay Act mandates equal pay for equal work regardless of gender.
If you believe you're a victim of wage discrimination, you might consider contacting an employment lawyer or the Florida Commission on Human Relations.
How do I do that
To contact the Florida Commission on Human Relations, you can visit their website or call their public inquiry line.
For an employment lawyer, you might search online directories or ask for recommendations. Make sure to check their credentials and reviews.