In November 1996, the California electorate adopted Proposition 209, which amended the California Constitution to prohibit preferential treatment on the basis of race or gender in the operation of public employment, education or contracting, and was effected in August 1997.
California law bans discrimination based on “actual or perceived” sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or gender expression, which means you are protected even if your employer is mistaken about your identity.
Evidence takes several forms. It includes your testimony, which is the very first evidence gathered by EEOC. It also includes written materials such as evaluations, notes by your employer, letters, memos, and the like. You will be asked to provide any documents you may have that relate to your case.