New Jersey has comprehensive anti-discrimination laws that protect individuals from discrimination in a variety of contexts. Some of the types of discrimination that are prohibited in New Jersey include:
- Race discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s race or color, including discrimination based on their national origin or ancestry.
- Gender discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s sex, including discrimination based on their gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
- Age discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s age, whether they are young or old.
- Disability discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s physical or mental disability, including discrimination based on their use of a service animal.
- Pregnancy discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s pregnancy or related medical conditions.
- Religion discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s religion or religious practices.
- Familial status discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s status as a parent or caregiver.
- Marital status discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s marital status, whether they are married or single.
- Military status discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s status as a current or former member of the military.
- Genetic information discrimination: Discrimination based on an individual’s genetic information, including their family medical history.
It is important to note that these protections apply to a variety of settings, including employment, housing, public accommodations, and education. If you believe you have been the victim of discrimination in New Jersey, you may wish to consult with an attorney or file a complaint with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights.
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