Roberto operates True Style, a clothing store that markets its products to lesbians. Jeff applies for a sales job at the store. He has extensive experience in the field of apparel retailing. Roberto rejects Jeff's application on the basis that the company is looking for qualified individuals who are lesbians to fill the position. Jeff files a complaint under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Which of the following holds true in this scenario

Jeff may have a claim on the grounds of discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Jeff may have a claim on the basis of sex or gender discrimination.

Jeff has no claim because Title VII covers only federal employees.

Jeff has no claim because homosexuals are a protected category under Title VII.

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Sierra Villegas

15 May, 14:33

Roberto operates True Style, a clothing store that markets its products to lesbians. Jeff applies for a sales job at the store. He has extensive experience in the field of apparel retailing. Roberto rejects Jeff's application on the basis that the company is looking for qualified individuals who are lesbians to fill the position. Jeff files a complaint under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Which of the following holds true in this scenario

Jeff may have a claim on the grounds of discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Jeff may have a claim on the basis of sex or gender discrimination.

Jeff has no claim because Title VII covers only federal employees.

Jeff has no claim because homosexuals are a protected category under Title VII.

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Kathryn · Answer 1

Jeff may have a claim on the basis of sex or gender discrimination.

Explanation:

Under the "Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964," employers are prohibited to discriminate their employees on the basis of their sex, color, race, nationality or religion. This also encompasses the aspect of employment, especially when it comes to "hiring" or "firing" an employee.

In this case, Jeff may have a claim on the basis of sex or gender discrimination. The employer has no right to reject his application just because he is not a lesbian. He should be given the equal privilege to be hired by the employer.

So, this explains the answer.