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$55 million settlement in FedEx race discrimination class action

Written on 11 Apr, 2007 at 10:04

In my view, this FedEx class action settlement is yet another sign that after years of near-dormancy, employment discrimination claims not based on disability, harassment, or termination of employment (e.g., those based on hiring and promotions) have become the biggest... (Continue reading)

Unconscious Bias and Employment Discrimination: Is the Name Bielby Involved?

Written on 22 May, 2006 at 9:42

According to a recent article in BusinessWeek, many large class action employment discrimination cases are relying on the notion of unconscious bias, which has been evoked largely by a sociologist named Bielby. The article states that Bielby has been involved... (Continue reading)

New Class Action Lawsuit Aimed Against Restaurant Chain

Written on 17 May, 2006 at 16:12

A new class action lawsuit alleges that McCormick & Schmick’s restaurants have a nationwide corporate policy and practice of preferring white employees over African-American employees for “front-of-the-house” positions. The lawsuit also charges that: ... (Continue reading)

Hiring An Expert Witness: What Not To Do

Written on 12 Apr, 2006 at 12:17

Written from an expert witness perspective, an article in law.com provides some excellent suggestions for attorneys who are looking for an expert’s opinion. The article consists of a seven suggestions for what attorneys should NOT do in hiring the expert,... (Continue reading)

Is Your Company A Target for A Discrimination Class Action Suit? Ten Factors to Consider

Written on 8 Mar, 2006 at 12:58

We have followed a number of large, well-publicized employment discrimination class-action cases, such as Wal-Mart, Best Buy, among others. Most attorneys and HR managers have heard of these kinds of cases, and unless you work in a small company, you... (Continue reading)

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