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Affirmative action in the workplace

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1) Why might an applicant or employee sue an employer?

2) From your perspective, is affirmative action still necessary in the American workplace?

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This solution explains affirmative action and labor law. The sources used are also included in the solution.

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An applicant or an employee might sue an employer if the employee has been discriminated against based on race, sex, religion, national origin, physical disability, and age. The employer may be held responsible for discrimination in recruitment, promotion, termination, salary/benefits, retaliation, giving of assignments, and harassment. Discrimination based on sexual orientation can also be a basis for suing the employer. An employee ...

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