Civil Rights Update: Supreme Court Establishes New Title VII Standard

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The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled on a longstanding issue regarding the harm necessary for an employment discrimination claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. In Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, the Court determined that a plaintiff need only demonstrate “some” harm, rather than “significant” harm, from an employment decision to prove

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Navigating Religious Accommodations in the Workplace: Insights from Groff v. DeJoy

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In June 2023, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark decision in Groff v. DeJoy, a case that significantly shapes the landscape of religious accommodations in the workplace. The unanimous ruling underscored the rights of employees seeking religious accommodations. It particularly focused on a Christian mail carrier’s right to decline work on Sundays. While the Court

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11th Circuit Court Rules Against Nurse’s Discrimination Claim

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How can employers prevent and rule out racial discrimination and retaliation? In a recent case, thorough documentation and anti-discrimination practices helped an employer prove their actions were not discriminatory. This ruling sheds light on how the Court defines these terms and the kind of documentation expected from employers.  Berry v. Crestwood Healthcare LP provides valuable

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