Asked by ERICA ROSENBAUM on Apr 30, 2024
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A business necessity is a defense against employment discrimination based on the genuine requirements of a business.
Business Necessity
A defense to an allegation of employment discrimination in which the employer demonstrates that an employment practice that discriminates against members of a protected class is related to job performance.
Employment Discrimination
Unfair or unequal treatment of workers based on certain attributes such as age, sex, race, or disability, rather than job performance or qualifications.
Genuine Requirements
The legitimate needs or conditions stipulated by a party in agreement or transaction.
- Recognize the justifications employers can implement in response to allegations of discrimination and determine under what circumstances these justifications are applicable.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the justifications employers can implement in response to allegations of discrimination and determine under what circumstances these justifications are applicable.
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