QUESTION
Do I have any case for reverse discrimination?
Asked on Feb 12th, 2013 on Discrimination - North Carolina
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I am reprimanded differently than a female in the same position. I am also being threatened with my job.
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This would not be reverse discrimination. Reverse discrimination only applies with respect to certain affirmative action claims. This is discrimination based on sex which is prohibited by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII applies equally to men and women. However, discrimination protections primarily extend to "adverse actions" which means an action that immediately, negatively impacts your pay. A reprimand, warning, bad evaluation, etc. are not generally considered adverse actions.
Clearly a termination would be an adverse action.
Answered on Feb 13th, 2013 at 3:15 PM
I am an experienced attorney focusing on employment law in North Carolina and Tennessee. This post/response is not meant to constitute legal advice.