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Protected Class
Definition:
The groups protected from employment discrimination by law. These groups include men and women on the basis of sex; any group, which shares a common race, religion, color, or national origin; people over 40; and people with physical or mental disability.
Racial Discrimination
Definition:
Racial discrimination is present when people are treated differently than others who are similarly situated because they are members of a specific race.
Age Discrimination
Definition:
Age discrimination is present if an individual covered under this provision is treated unfavorably in the terms and conditions of his/her employment because of his or her age. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) forbids discrimination based on
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