Are applicants allowed to sue for not being hired due to discrimination?

Applicants are allowed to sue for not being hired due to discrimination if there is evidence supporting their claim. The law protects individuals from being discriminated against based on factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and age. When an applicant believes that their non-selection was due to unlawful discrimination, they have the right to pursue legal action if they can provide adequate evidence demonstrating that discrimination played a role in the employer's decision not to hire them.

This option aligns with federal laws, such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), which establish the right to seek recourse through legal channels should evidence of discriminatory practices exist. Those who feel wronged must, however, present proper documentation and potentially go through initial processes, such as filing a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which may initiate an investigation into the claim before litigation can occur.

Other choices imply limitations that are not outright required by law. While it is generally advisable for applicants to go through administrative channels like the EEOC complaint process, this does not outright prevent them from seeking legal action if evidence is available. Thus, having sufficient evidence of discrimination is key to the ability to sue successfully.