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November 2009

Articles tagged ‘Ramona Paetzold’

Statistics support workplace discrimination claims

By Chrystal Houston • July 1st, 2009 • Category: Faculty, Research Notes

As employers downsize in these tough economic conditions, some employees are being let go via “reduction in force” (RIF). What can you do if you believe your company made RIF decisions based on discriminatory factors such as age or race? Statistical evidence can be helpful in building your court case, says a recent article from Ramona Paetzold and a colleague, which appeared in the June 2009 Harvard Law Review forums section.



Workplace violence and employer liability

By Brittany Brown '09 • March 28th, 2008 • Category: Research Notes

In the wake of recent tragedies such as the Northern Illinois University shooting, exploring the causes and effects of everyday violence may help to prevent similar acts, particularly in the workplace. Mays faculty members have a new article providing insight on the relationship between employer liability and workplace violence.