The easiest way to prove unlawful discrimination is through the use of direct evidence. Direct evidence is the kind that, if believed, requires a conclusion that unlawful discrimination motivated the employer's decision. Direct evidence requires no inference or presumption.
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) is the independent state agency that enforces the Massachusetts anti-discrimination laws by investigating complaints of discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other aspects of everyday life.
Both Massachusetts and federal law allow employees to seek legal remedies when faced with discriminatory practices. If you feel you have suffered employment discrimination, it is critical to take action to protect your rights.
151B protects applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, benefits, training, classification and other aspects of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin (including unlawful language proficiency requirements), age (if you are 40 years old or ...
Unfair or unfavorable treatment due to membership in any legally protected category is prohibited in any aspect of employment, including: Job advertisements, recruitment, and hiring. Applications, interviews, and background checks.