This paper discusses legal implications for employment as a result of Bakke v. Regents of University of California, a reverse discrimination case that ruled in favor of the plaintiff. It refers to Weber v. Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corporation, a case that may turn out to be more significant than Bakke because it involves jobs, money, and who…

The document presents the text of a proposed addition (Part 15b) to the rules and regulations of the United States Department of Agriculture, designed to eliminate discrimination on the basis of handicap in any of its programs or activities. Intended to implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Part 15b is subdivided into six…

A Georgia court decided that a principal who was transferred to a position with less responsibility and prestige but with an increased salary was not considered demoted. (IRT)

While the court accepted the existence of the employer's duty to accommodate an employee's religious beliefs, that duty seems to be directed toward maintaining employer neutrality rather than toward conferring employee privilege. Available from Arkansas Law Review, Inc., School of Law, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701; $10.00…

Reviews different interpretations of the Supreme Court's recent ruling concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. For related articles, see pages 21 and 23 in the same issue. (WD)

Recent literature regarding Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is reviewed. Also discussed are the results of a national survey of regional directors of Offices for Civil Rights to gain insight into the economic and social impact of Section 504 since its full implementation. (JH)

At the request of Congress, the General Accounting Office (GAO) conducted a study of drug testing of employees by employers. To identify and obtain the most recent surveys on drug testing policies and practices in the private sector, the GAO searched 14 computerized bibliographic files and discussed information needs with representatives of 35…

This paper focuses on the duty of employers to make religious accommodations for employees. First it examines the First Amendment. Then it discusses major Supreme Court decisions from industry and education in the context of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and 1972 Amendment. One important case--Trans World Airlines Inc. v. Hardison--ruled in favor of…

The objective of the research reported in this speech was to investigate the extent to which alternatives to tenure will withstand legal scrutiny and the degree to which higher education, through the alternative configurations, and the courts, through legal interpretations, are modifying traditional tenure. Tenure principles of the profession are…

Discusses job analyses as they relate to the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Argues that job analyses can establish the job-relatedness of entrance requirements and aid in defenses against charges of discrimination. Journal availability: see EA 511 615.

The United States Supreme Court, in an employment practices case, apparently moved away from protecting the individual's rights against discrimination. However, the case focused on the theory of disparate impact, not disparate treatment, and hardly signals the end of civil rights. Suggests a review of school district employment practices and…

Public and nonpublic higher education institutions differ in the manner in which an allegedly aggrieved party can seek redress. Discusses relevant cases concerning constitutional standards, contractual problems, and damage to reputation. (124 references) (MLF)

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be phased in over a two-year period beginning July 26, 1992. Title I of ADA prohibits discrimination in employment. Some questions relevant to education and employment are addressed. (14 references) (MLF)

This brief history of equal employment opportunity cases from the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to 1986 Supreme Court cases summarizes the viewpoints of those who don't support it. Librarians are urged to accept the premise that equal employment opportunity is the law and that compliance is in everyone's best interests. (EM)

Review of employment laws affecting libraries includes definitions of qualified personnel, laws pertaining to medical and honesty testing, affirmative action, and sexual harassment. Laws covering crime within libraries are also discussed, as well as problems with existing legislation. (CLB)