Does my employer equal pay for woman?
Under the Equal Pay Act, as amended effective January 1, 2019, an employer may not justify any pay difference between employees of the opposite sex, or employees of different race or ethnicity based on an employee’s prior salary.
Which states have an Equal Pay Act?
State-by-State Pay Equity Laws
| State | Law/Citation |
|---|---|
| Arizona | Equal Wages Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 23-340, 341 |
| Arkansas | Wage Discrimination Ark. Code Ann. § 11-4-601, et. seq. |
| California | Equal Pay Act Cal. Labor Code § 1197.5 |
| Colorado | Equal Pay For Equal Work Act Colo. Rev. Stat. § 8-5-102, et. seq. |
How do I talk to my boss about unequal pay?
Steps to take to address gender inequality
- Do your research. Know what others are getting paid in the market similar to your position and save examples that can be used during discussions.
- Bring it to your employer’s attention.
- Don’t play the blame game.
- If needed, escalate the situation.
- Be willing to leave.
Can my employer pay me less than my colleagues?
By law, men and women must get equal pay for doing ‘equal work’ (work that equal pay law classes as the same, similar, equivalent or of equal value). This means someone must not get less pay compared to someone who is both: the opposite sex.
How do I approach my boss about unfair payment?
Bring it to your employer’s attention. With turnover rates and a lack of transparency with salaries, there’s a good chance your manager may not even be aware of the disparity. Schedule a time to sit down with your boss to speak about your findings. Be calm and assertive, and ask for what you deserve.
How do you deal with unequal pay?
- Conduct a pay audit. Awareness is the first step to solving a problem.
- Ensure that hiring and promotions are fair.
- Make sure women have equal opportunities for advancement.
- Make it a norm for women to negotiate.