This information packet is designed to help you file an employment discrimination lawsuit in federal court without the help of a trained and licensed attorney. This rule establishes definitions and general requirements related to reports of Discrimination.This Rule is also intended to educate the University community. Sex Discrimination – Means treating or disadvantaging someone on the basis of their gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression when:. The legal definition of discrimination. Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. What is discrimination? Generally, to discriminate against someone means to treat that person differently, or less favorably, for some reason. What is discrimination? Generally, to discriminate against someone means to treat that person differently, or less favorably, for some reason.