Statistics support workplace discrimination claims
By Chrystal Houston • July 1st, 2009 • Category: Faculty, Research NotesAs 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.