What laws protect employees from gender discrimination in Michigan?

In Michigan, employees are protected from gender discrimination by both federal and state laws. The main federal law that prohibits gender discrimination is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of their gender, including discrimination in hiring, promotions, pay, and other terms and conditions of employment. Michigan also has its own law that prohibits gender discrimination called the Michigan Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. This law prohibits discrimination based on several protected categories, including sex, in employment and other areas of public accommodation. Under these laws, it is illegal for employers to discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of their gender, including in hiring, firing, promotions, pay, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is also illegal for employers to create a hostile work environment based on an employee's gender, including through harassment or other forms of mistreatment. Employees who believe they have been subjected to gender discrimination in the workplace may file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) and, if necessary, pursue legal action to protect their rights.