There are a number of state and federal laws that prohibit employment discrimination. For example, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act both prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. In addition, federal and state law prohibits discrimination on the basis of age with respect to individuals over the age of forty. The Americans With Disabilities Act likewise prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities. Most workers in Pennsylvania are considered to be employees-at-will which means that the employer can discharge the employee for any reason so long as it is not an illegal reason such as discrimination. The key to proving discrimination is to present proof that the employer’s decision was actually motivated because of a protected trait (i.e., the employee’s race, sex, disability, age, etc.). If you believe that you have been discriminated against, contact the Pittsburgh employment discrimination firm of Kunkel & Fink, LLP today by calling 1-800-467-5272 or by completing the questionnaire on this website.