MGMT 200 Chapter Notes - Chapter 25: Lilly Ledbetter, Reverse Discrimination, Civil Rights Act Of 1964
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Title vii of the civil rights act of 1964. Title vii of the civil rights act of 1964- prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, and national origin. Employers must also reasonably accommodate employees religious practices. Equal employment opportunity commision- monitors the compliance with title. Burden shifts to employer who must show legal reason. Reverse discrimination - title 7 also protects against discrimination against majority group individuals, such as white males. Ricci v. destefano- scotus held that city of new haven"s testing and promotion procedures were race-conscious and discriminatory toward white firefighters. Employers are prohibited from classifying jobs based on gender is essential to the job. Wage discrimination- lilly ledbetter fair pay act (2009) Quid pro quo sexual harassment involves demands for sexual favors are demanded in return for job opportunities, promotions, salary, or other intangible benefits.
