Topic
Every decision we've filed under Civil Rights - Employment.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's grant of summary judgment in an employment discrimination case. The court held that the plaintiff failed to provide sufficient evidence to support claims of race discrimination, hostile work environment, and retaliation.
The Fourth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of Munther Qader's employment discrimination and negligence claims against Freddie Mac. The court held that Qader's own allegations provided a non-discriminatory reason for his termination and that the defendants owed no legal duty of care.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit clarified that the standard for adverse employment actions in retaliation claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act aligns with Title VII. The court vacated summary judgment regarding a 2020 bonus reduction but affirmed summary judgment regarding a 2021 bonus reduction.
The Seventh Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment in a transgender employment discrimination case. The court held that the plaintiff failed to provide sufficient evidence to support claims of discrimination, retaliation, or FMLA interference.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a pro se plaintiff's employment discrimination claims. The court held that the plaintiff failed to allege facts showing her termination was based on a protected characteristic under Title Seven of the Civil Rights Act of nineteen sixty-four.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court order granting summary judgment in an employment discrimination case. The appellate court found no reversible error in the lower court's decision to dismiss the plaintiff's claims.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a mixed ruling on Starbucks Corporation's petition to review an order from the National Labor Relations Board. The court granted enforcement of some findings regarding coercive threats and interrogation while denying enforcement of others and dismissing the request for a new election.
The Sixth Circuit affirmed a jury verdict finding Michigan Technological University liable for pregnancy discrimination under state law. The court rejected appeals challenging summary judgment on federal discrimination claims and affirmed qualified immunity for the university dean.
The Sixth Circuit affirmed a jury verdict finding Michigan Technological University liable for pregnancy discrimination under state law. The court also upheld summary judgment dismissing federal discrimination, retaliation, and Equal Pay Act claims against the university and its dean.
The United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reversed the dismissal of a Federal Tort Claims Act claim alleging common law assault. The court held that the alleged conduct by a State Department officer was sufficient to state a plausible claim of assault against the plaintiff and his family members under Virginia law.