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Workplace Discrimination For Weight In Middlesex
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Obesity discrimination is not currently afforded legal status as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010 (EqA 2010). However, obesity-related conditions (eg, osteoarthritis), may be in scope where an employee is able to satisfy the legal definition of a disability under EqA 2010.
Even though discrimination based on weight has a negative impact on people's health and wellness, there is only one state in the U.S – Michigan – that has an anti-weight discrimination law.
To prove discrimination, plaintiffs must provide evidence that they: (a) are a member of a protected class, (b) are qualified for the position at issue, (c) suffered an adverse employment action, and (d) the employer treated similarly situated employees outside of the protected class more favorably (or some other ...
Weight stigma or bias generally refers to negative weight-related attitudes toward an individual with excess weight or obesity. These attitudes are often manifested by negative stereotypes (e.g., that persons with obesity are “lazy” or “lacking in willpower”), social rejection and prejudice.
Even though discrimination based on weight has a negative impact on people's health and wellness, there is only one state in the U.S – Michigan – that has an anti-weight discrimination law.
Examples of discrimination because of physical features A fast food company only hiring people with a certain 'look', that is, a specific height, weight and build. A teacher making rude comments about a student's birthmark. A nightclub refusing entry to someone because of their weight.
Fat·ism ˈfat-ˌi-zəm. : prejudice or discrimination against fat people. Never has it been more socially and professionally unacceptable to be fat in Britain … . At a time when racism, sexism and ageism have become taboo, fatism is the last acceptable prejudice. Carol Midgley, The Times (London), 16 Feb.
Examples of weight stigma include: Receiving negative comments or “health concerns” about your weight from anyone, including health care professionals. Complimenting someone on their weight loss.
However, discrimination is a state of mind and, therefore, notoriously hard to prove. Sophisticated employers are well aware that discrimination is illegal. Thus, most cases are established through circumstantial evidence.
Weight discrimination means mistreating an individual because of their weight. It often stems from weight bias or stigma, which is when people have negative beliefs about people of higher weights. The effects of weight discrimination go beyond the immediate emotional distress a person may experience at the time.