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How can a bogus employer explanation for the adverse employment action prove retaliation?
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A bogus employer explanation is known as a “pretext.” Since an employer is in the best position to know why it discharged an employee, proof that the employer made up a bogus reason allows an inference that the employer is hiding an unlawful reason.
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What is the Standard for Adverse Employment Actions in Title VII Retaliation Cases?
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Burlington Northern & Santa Fe Railway Co. v. White Docket No. 05-259 From: The Sixth Circuit Case at a Glance Title VII prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who oppose discriminatory practices in employment. Sheila White, a railroa
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What am I entitled to recover in an employment discrimination, retaliation or FMLA claim?
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A successful plaintiff is entitled to recovery of lost wages and "an additional equal amount as liquidated damages" in the case of a willful violation, lost benefits, promotions, plus reasonable attorneys fees and costs. In some cases reinstatement o
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