Information about Massachusetts anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws put into effect in 2010. “The law creates a procedure for anyone to obtain a protective order for harassment if they are the victims of three acts of intimidation, abuse, or property damage, or are they are the victims of a forceful or threatening act which causes another to involuntarily engage in sexual relations or other related crimes … These procedures allow courts to issue Harassment Prevention Orders (”HPO's”) against anyone who engages in these types of behaviors.”
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“There are a variety of laws that permit independent contractors to sue for discrimination. Claims for violation of Massachusetts Civil Rights Act, ch. 12 sec. 11I, Massachusetts Equal Rights Act, ch. 93 sec. 102-103, and ch. 214 sec. 1C, which prohibits sexual harassment in some workplace settings.”
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Contacts
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (FEPA)
1 Ashburton Place, Room 601
Boston, MA 02108
Phone: 617-727-3990
Fax: 617-727-6053
TTY: 617-720-6054
Local EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) Office
John F. Kennedy Federal Building
Government Center
4th Floor, Room 475
Boston, MA 02203
Phone: (617) 565-3200
TTY: (617) 565-3204
