Single Use of Racial Slur Can Create Hostile Work Environment

?Takeaway: In many situations, employers are strictly liable for the actions of their supervisors under Title VII. This means that a supervisor’s conduct can result in liability for the employer even if... Read more »

Discrimination Verdict Upheld Based on False Justifications for Discipline

?Takeaway: A plaintiff need only show pretext to support a discrimination verdict. The courts have rejected defense efforts to require proof of “pretext plus” discriminatory motivation on the part of the employer. ... Read more »

EEOC Will Allow Late Filings of EEO-1s Until June 21

?The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has stated that it will allow late filing of EEO-1 Reports, which are due May 17, until June 21. We’ve gathered articles on the news from... Read more »

EEOC: Applicants’ Religious Beliefs Must Be Considered

?A recent settlement agreement between United Parcel Service (UPS) and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) serves as a reminder that accommodating job applicants’ religious beliefs supersedes an organization’s appearance policy... Read more »

Employer Lawfully Focused on Applicants’ People Skills

The school board of Shelby County, Ala., did not discriminate against a black applicant by promoting a white candidate deemed as having superior people skills, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals... Read more »
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