Conclusion

A woman must consider many issues before committing to litigation. Some factors and circumstances personal to the worker will elicit caution and restraint, while others will induce confidence and eagerness to processed. All must be analyzed, weighed and balanced one against the other. Whether the decision is to sue or not, a woman’s career may be significantly altered.

One additional factor should be considered, as factor that transcends the particular woman called upon to decide. A woman’s decision to proceed or not to proceed with litigation will affect, in some way, the workplace status of every other working woman. Ultimately, sex discrimination will be eradicated only if women steadfastly challenge their employers’ discriminatory policies, practices, and conduct. Thus, in addition to all other factors, women must consider whether she is willing to accept that challenge, not only for herself, but for all working women. If she accepts, all working women will be in her debt.