The Equal Pay Act of 1963

Employers are required by law to maintain a certain level of “pay-equity” among employees at certain job levels, regardless of the gender of the employees in question. Although pay may vary based on the job description, length of employment, merit, and other important factors, men and women have a right to expect reasonable consideration and fairness when it comes to wage distribution according to the Equal Pay Act of 1963.

The Equal Pay Act stipulates that men and women in equal positions should receive the same pay consideration. If an individual is awarded higher compensation for unfair reasons, the employer may be guilty of wage discrimination. If you feel you have been a victim of wage discrimination, consult the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 1-800-681-6932.

Equal Pay Act

The Equal Pay Act includes protection against the following:

• Unfair compensation based on the sex of the individuals in question
• Compensation differences that do not take into account the skills required by the job
• Unfair compensation based on differences in effort required by the position
• Differences in responsibility and duties of the job
• Discrimination between individuals within a specific establishment

Types of legal pay considerations include seniority, quality of work, quantity of work, merit, and other factors considered to be “affirmative defenses.”

Contact a San Antonio Equal Pay Lawyer

If you have been the victim of wage discrimination in the workplace, contact the San Antonio equal pay lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 1-800-681-6932 to discuss the specifics of your case.