Sex Discrimination Claims
Gender discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly because of their sex. The Equality Act 2010 protects against all forms of sex discrimination in the workplace
Types of Sex Discrimination
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Direct discrimination
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Indirect discrimination
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Harassment
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Sexual harassment
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Victimisation
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Pregnancy discrimination
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Maternity discrimination
Common Examples
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Unequal pay for equal work
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Discriminatory recruitment
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Unfair promotion decisions
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Sexual harassment
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Pregnancy-related discrimination
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Discriminatory policies
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Sex-based stereotyping
Your Legal Rights
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Equal pay for equal work
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Protection from discrimination
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Safe working environment
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Fair promotion opportunities
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Protection during pregnancy
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Maternity rights
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Right to raise complaints
What You Can Claim For
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Loss of earnings
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Future losses
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Injury to feelings
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Personal injury
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Career damage
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Loss of benefits
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Back pay for unequal pay
Making a Successful Claim
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Gather evidence of discrimination
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Document all incidents
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Follow grievance procedures
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Keep communication records
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Identify witnesses
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Calculate losses
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Seek legal advice
Time Limits
You typically have three months less one day from the date of discrimination to make a claim to an Employment Tribunal. For equal pay claims, you have six months from leaving employment. Don't delay in seeking advice as these time limits are strictly enforced.