While currently there is no federal law prohibiting workplace discrimination against employees based on sexual orientation, recent Supreme Court cases such as Price Waterhouse v. Hopkins, have broadened the umbrella of Title VII by holding that Title VII prohibits discrimination against a person who does not conform to traditional sex stereotypes.

Additionally, several states and municipalities have enacted legislation prohibiting an employer from terminating, suspending, demoting, failing to hire, or harassing an individual based on their perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.

The Employment Law Group® law firm has experience litigating claims under both Title VII and local laws including the D.C. Human Rights Act. To Learn More about The Employment Law Group® law firm's LGBT Discrimination Practice, please contact us.

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