Equal Pay Act Law

The Equal Pay Act is a U.S. law that mandates equal pay for men and women doing the same job or work that requires similar skills, effort, and responsibility, under similar working conditions. It aims to eliminate wage discrimination based on gender. If an employer pays one gender less than the other for equal work, they may be violating this law. Employees can challenge pay disparities, and employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who assert their rights under this act. This law is a key component of promoting gender equality in the workplace.