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Discrimination lawsuits have cost corporate America almost $1 billion in settlements in the last decade, without even counting attorney fees and decreased market capitalization. Learn how to protect your company from litigation and what to do if a crisis occurs. Understand the difference between compliance and proactive diversity strategies. Find out the ramifications of the latest affirmative-action battles nationwide.


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Supreme Court Denies Expanding Black Voting Rights
A new Supreme Court decision redefines the Voting Rights Act of 1965. How will this affect the voting process? ...more
Burlington Coat Factory Sued by Transgender Woman for Discrimination
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'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Not a Priority for Congress
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Supreme Court Surprise! Workers Who Sue Protected From Retaliation
Yesterday's Supreme Court decision has made it more difficult for employers to retaliate against employees who file discrimination claims. ...more
Lessons on Personal Responsibility From a Top Discrimination Lawyer
Weldon Latham tells us his personal story of growth and accountability &mdash how he made it and how you can make change within you company....more
Discrimination Charges Hit 5-Year High; Retaliation, Religion Set New Records
The number of employment-discrimination charges filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) increased 9 percent in the last year, which marks the highest annual increase since ...more
Are Tattoos a Disability? New Legislation Threatens ADA
What is defined as a disability? See which newly introduced piece of legislation could seriously weaken the Americans with Disabilities Act, affecting nearly 55 million people. ...more
Discrimination Lawsuits: To Settle or Not to Settle?
High-profile discrimination lawsuits can irrevocably damage brand reputation whether you're ultimately found liable or not. Given the costly shareholder reaction to negative press, the decision to ap...more
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