Discrimination against someone because of their sexual orientation or gender identity is illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended. Sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex are all connected, and Title VII expressly prohibits discrimination based on sex.
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.
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.
