Discrimination: Massachusetts

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Authors: Daniel Blake and Justin Sheldon

Summary

This guide provides HR professionals with an overview of Massachusetts laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics. It addresses what constitutes discriminatory conduct, which characteristics are protected, defenses against discrimination claims, employer compliance requirements, state EEO-1 reporting, enforcement and remedies under discrimination laws. It also covers protections and accommodation requirements for lactation and breastfeeding.