Sexual Orientation LGBT
Regulations under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) protect individuals from discrimination based on sexual orientation. The LAD covers sexual orientation, transgender identities, and gender expressions.
Under New Jersey law, employees are protected from discriminatory practices based on “sexual or affectional orientation,” including:
- Heterosexuality: Attraction to individuals of the opposite gender
- Homosexuality: Attraction to individuals of the same gender
- Bisexuality: Attraction to individuals of both genders
- Transgender Identity: Gender identity or expression does not align with assigned birth sex
- Gender Identity or Expression: Internal sense of being male or female or outward gender expression
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) enforces LAD provisions and recognizes these protected categories. Employers cannot discriminate based on these characteristics, including refusal to hire, termination, harassment, disparate pay, or unequal treatment in employment terms.
Perceived Sexual Orientation
The LAD also protects against discrimination based on “perceived” sexual orientation. A notable case involved a police officer denied a promotion due to his supervisor’s incorrect perception of his sexual orientation, leading to a significant lawsuit settlement.
Legal Recourse
Individuals facing sexual orientation discrimination in New Jersey can seek redress through the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights within 180 days of the last discriminatory act or through legal action in the Superior Court within two years.
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