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Workplace Discrimination In Australia In Washington

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Plaintiff seeks to recover damages from her employer for employment discrimination and sexual harassment. Plaintiff states in her complaint that the acts of the defendant are so outrageous that punitive damages are due up to and including attorney fees.

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The penalties for discriminatory adverse action can result in a maximum penalty of $66,600 for every corporation violation and $13,320 for every individual violation. The penalty can also include order for injunctions, reinstatement of the employee and/or compensation.

You can apply to the Federal Court or Federal Circuit and Family Court to have your case heard by the court. You must go through the Australian Human Rights Commission conciliation process first before you can lodge an application. The commission will issue a notice that your complaint has been closed.

You can make a complaint no matter where you live in Australia. If you are not sure if you can make a complaint about something, you can contact the Commission's National Information Service by phone on 1300 656 419 or by email to infoservice@humanrights.au.

The Equal Status Acts 2000-2018 ('the Acts') prohibit discrimination in the provision of goods and services, accommodation and education. They cover the nine grounds of gender, marital status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, and membership of the Traveller community.

For Example: An employer refused to hire a suitably qualified person as a shop assistant because they were Aboriginal, and instead hired a less qualified person of a different racial background. This could be racial discrimination.

In 2020, the General Social Survey (GSS) found that 13.3% of people aged 18 years and over experienced some form of discrimination in the previous 12 months.

You need to inform the person or organisation you want to take action against, why you want to take action. You do this by sending them a letter called a letter before claim. Your letter should explain what happened to you and why you think unlawful discrimination has taken place.

If you wish to make a complaint regarding unlawful discrimination or a breach of human rights, you can lodge a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission or relevant state and territory agencies. Find more information on making a complaint on the Australian Human Rights Commission's website.

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You can make a complaint online using the form below, download the pdf complaint form and fill it out to email it or print it to post it. The Australian Human Rights Commission investigates and conciliates complaints about discrimination and breaches of human rights.Where can I make a complaint about unlawful discrimination? The Act recognises there are groups of people who miss out on opportunities because of attributes such as sex, race, an impairment, or age. Different laws protect employers and workers from discrimination. If we cannot deal with your case, other laws and organisations may be able to help. We investigate and resolve complaints of discrimination and breaches of human rights. You can make a complaint no matter where you live in Australia. The WA health system has zero tolerance for discrimination and harassment. WA employees can request free and confidential legal assistance with employment and workplace discrimination issues from Circle Green Community Legal.

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