Disparate Impact Analysis in Subjective Employment Decisions: "Watson v. Fort Worth Bank.".

Davies, R. Scott

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Disparate Impact Analysis in Subjective Employment Decisions: "Watson v. Fort Worth Bank."

Davies, R. Scott

West's Education Law Reporter, v52 n1 p9-18 May 11 1989

The United States Supreme Court decision in "Watson v. Fort Worth Bank" will have a profound effect on the policies that employers follow in hiring, promoting, and terminating employees. This paper examines the "Watson" decision, identifies the problems it creates, and offers advice on how to deal with these problems. (MLF)

Descriptors: Affirmative Action, Court Litigation, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Federal Courts, Job Layoff, Personnel Policy, Reduction in Force

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Legal/Legislative/Regulatory Materials; Guides - Non-Classroom

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