Gay couple sues NYC over 'discriminatory' denial of IVF benefits
The suit says straight couples and lesbians qualify for coverage, but gay male couples are routinely denied benefits in violation of federal law.
MAY 10, 2024
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EEOC Looks at Expanding Antidiscrimination Law
A new interpretation of existing federal civil rights law may mean more protections for LGBT people, with or without the languishing Employment Non-Discrimination Act.
FEBRUARY 19, 2015
Kroger Workers: We Were Fired for Refusing to Wear Rainbow Aprons
Two grocery employees claim they were fired for refusing to wear aprons adorned with what they say was an LGBTQ+ symbol.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Antigay Newsman Fired for 'Gaystapo' Blog Post Settles Out of Court
The former editor of an Iowa newspaper who called on people to fight the 'Gaystapo' has made a deal with his ex-employer.
JULY 28, 2015
Fla. Applebee’s Settles Race, Sexual Orientation Discrimination Suit
EEOC Chair Charlotte A. Burrows praised the development and pledged the Biden-Harris administration's continued support for the LGBTQ+ community.
JULY 13, 2022
EEOC won't advocate for trans and nonbinary people, in keeping with Trump's 'two sexes' order
Acting Chair Andrea Lucas says she will fight so-called gender ideology.
JANUARY 29, 2025
'Christian Persecution!' Cries Fired Antigay Ford Employee
Thomas Banks of Michigan posted a message accusing his pro-LGBT company of 'endorsing and promoting sodomy.'
JULY 15, 2015
Gay Female Highway Patrol Officer Awarded $2.6M by Jury
The officer was subjected to abuse and discriminatory disciplinary practices.
AUGUST 10, 2023
New Jersey Librarian Files Federal Complaint After Being Fired for 'Gay Lifestyle'
The librarian says he was let go for being who he is.
APRIL 28, 2023
Trump Spokesman: Fate of LGBT Nondiscrimination Order Uncertain
Press secretary Sean Spicer said he doesn't know if Trump will maintain the order covering federal contractors.
JANUARY 23, 2017
Right-Wing Group Targets Trans-Friendly Federal Nominee
David Lopez, the current EEOC general counsel awaiting Senate confirmation for his second term, has built a career fighting for the rights of LGBT and disabled workers. Now the Family Research Council wants him to pay for it.
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NOVEMBER 25, 2014
Oped Why We Still Need a Fully Inclusive ENDA
An EEOC ruling recently added protection from discrimination for transgender people in the workplace, but does that mean federal legislation isn't needed?
APRIL 27, 2012
Nonbinary ‘Hamilton’ Actor Claims Retaliation In Dressing Room Dispute
Suni Reid has filed a discrimination complaint after their contract was allegedly not renewed for requesting gender-neutral dressing rooms.
OCTOBER 14, 2021
Feds: Let Trans Employees Pee in Peace
OSHA's new guidelines make it clear why allowing trans employees to self-determine their restrooms is in everyone's best interests.
JUNE 2, 2015
Lesbian Georgia welder cites sex discrimination in EEOC complaint against her employer
Megan McDaniel alleges pervasive anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination and retaliation at Republic Services.
MAY 1, 2024
Newspaper Editor Fights For Job After 'Gaystapo' Blog Post
A newspaper editor has filed a complaint with the EEOC after being fired for an antigay blog post on his personal site.
JULY 26, 2014
Virginia Man Says Catholic Nursing Home Fired Him for Being Gay
He says he was initially told his same-sex marriage would pose no problems, but he was fired after about a week of work.
OCTOBER 15, 2015
Trans Women Win Discrimination Suits Using Civil Rights Act
For the first time in history, the federal government is standing behind transgender employees who say they've been discriminated against because of their gender identity.
JULY 15, 2013
Lesbian Sues Military Bosses Who Told Her to Grow Hair, Wear Makeup
Tech. Sgt. Kristin Kingrey has filed a lawsuit alleging sex discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
JANUARY 24, 2022
EEOC Files Landmark Lawsuits Against Trans Discrimination
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed two federal lawsuits alleging employers in Florida and Michigan broke the law when each fired a transgender woman.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014