Dealing with Accent Issues in Employment

The HR Expert on February 1, 2019

If an accent does not “materially interfere” with an employee’s ability to communicate in English, an employer may not base an employment decision on the accent. Language, accent, and national origin are all connected, and Title VII expressly prohibits discrimination based on national origin.

Understanding Language and Accent Issues Under Title VII

The HR Expert on January 1, 2019

Discrimination against someone because of their accent or language issues is illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended. Language, accent, and national origin are all connected, and Title VII expressly prohibits discrimination based on national origin.