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Pay Discrimination Claims

Pay discrimination occurs when employees are paid differently for performing the same or similar work, based on protected characteristics such as gender, race, age, disability, or other factors not related to merit or seniority.

Types of Pay Discrimination

  • Gender pay discrimination

  • Race-based pay differences

  • Age-related pay disparities

  • Disability pay discrimination

  • Part-time worker discrimination

  • Pregnancy-related pay discrimination

  • Religious or belief-based discrimination

Areas of Pay Affected

  • Basic salary

  • Bonuses and commission

  • Overtime rates

  • Benefits and perks

  • Pension contributions

  • Pay progression

  • Performance-related pay

Your Legal Rights

  • Right to equal pay for equal work

  • Protection from discrimination

  • Right to pay transparency

  • Protection from victimisation

  • Right to discuss pay with colleagues

  • Right to request pay information

  • Right to challenge pay decisions

What You Can Claim For

  • Back pay (up to 6 years)

  • Future pay adjustments

  • Pension adjustments

  • Interest on back pay

  • Injury to feelings

  • Benefits compensation

  • Career damage

Making a Successful Claim

  • Gather evidence of pay differences

  • Identify comparable workers

  • Request pay information

  • Follow grievance procedures

  • Document all communications

  • Calculate pay disparities

  • Seek legal advice

Time Limits

For pay discrimination claims, you typically have three months less one day from the discriminatory act. Don't delay in seeking advice as these time limits are strictly enforced.

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