Legal research in U.S. employment discrimination law involves analyzing statutes, regulations, case law, and administrative guidance to understand the rights and obligations of employers and employees. This area of law protects workers from discrimination based on characteristics such as race, sex, age, disability, religion, and national origin.
Key federal statutes include Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Equal Pay Act (EPA). These laws are codified in the United States Code (U.S.C.) and enforced by agencies like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Labor (DOL). Regulations interpreting these laws are found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
Legal researchers often use case law databases like Westlaw, LexisNexis, or government sources to analyze how courts have interpreted discrimination laws. EEOC guidance documents, administrative decisions, and opinion letters provide additional insights into enforcement practices and policy trends.
Secondary sources such as employment law treatises, legal encyclopedias, and law review articles offer analysis and commentary on evolving discrimination law issues. Below you will find links to featured resources and texts on Employment Discrimination Law available in the Law Library. Resources available through Bloomberg Law, Lexis, or Westlaw require the use of a username and password for access.
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