DEI&B and Employment Law Overview

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Which act is primarily focused on prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities?

Americans with Disabilities Act (correct)

Pay Equity Law

Equal Employment Opportunity Act

Civil Rights Act

What is the primary difference between equity and equality in the workplace?

Equity provides access to resources, while equality provides access to opportunities.

Equity ensures identical treatments, while equality allows for differences.

Equity involves access to the same opportunities, while equality involves access to the same resources. (correct)

Equity refers to equal pay, while equality refers to job title.

Which characteristics are not federally protected under civil rights legislation?

Race and color

Religion and vaccination status

Political views and weight (correct)

Sex and national origin

What percentage of the largest S&P 500 companies links executive pay to diversity metrics?

51% Signup and view all the answers

What best describes groupthink in a workplace environment?

High stress situations leading to reliance on consensus. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the EEOC concerning companies with 100 or more employees?

Require data submission on employee gender, race, and ethnicity. Signup and view all the answers

Tokenism in a group often leads to which of the following outcomes?

A façade of diversity without genuine inclusion. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Pay Equity Law ensure regarding pay for men and women?

Equal pay for substantially equal work, not necessarily identical jobs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between Benefit Corporations and Certified B Corporations?

Certified B Corporations must undergo regular assessments to prove their social and environmental impact. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic best defines Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)?

Comprise 99% of all businesses. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of blind hiring techniques?

To eliminate demographic biases in the hiring process. Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributes to a business with good values positively impacting its bottom line?

Alignment of employee values with company values. Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical retirement age currently set at in the United States?

67 years. Signup and view all the answers

In which state is it easiest to incorporate a business?

Delaware. Signup and view all the answers

What is the average monthly social security payment for retirees?

$1,900. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is noted as a trend for Gen Z employees in the workplace?

Seeking companies that demonstrate empathy and compassion. Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for Benefit Corporations in terms of reporting?

Regular updates on both monetary profit and social impacts. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following occupations is noted as the deadliest according to OSHA?

Logging workers. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DEI&B and Corporate Culture

51% of the largest companies (S&P 500) link executive pay to diversity metrics.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) is a focus for many organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and civil rights laws are essential.
Fair pay for equal work is crucial; jobs don't need to be identical, but must be substantially equal.
Equal access to opportunities and resources is key.
The ADA prohibits discrimination based on disability, mandating reasonable accommodations.
Federal civil rights laws protect specific characteristics (not including criminal history, political views, vaccination status, or appearance).

Pay Equity and Employment Law

Men and women in the same workplace must receive equal pay.
Jobs need not be identical; substantial equality is sufficient; evaluating job content is crucial.
Companies with 100+ employees must provide EEOC data on employees' gender, race, and ethnicity.
Discrimination laws vary based on location.

Blind Hiring and Business Incorporation

Blind hiring techniques anonymize candidate information to reduce bias in hiring.
Consistent evaluation criteria are vital.
Multinational corporations (MNCs) like Walmart (measured by revenue) and Apple (measured by market capitalization) are discussed.
Separating business ownership from the business entity is possible.
Incorporation procedures, such as those in Delaware, are mentioned (faster filing times, beneficial for large businesses).
68% of Fortune 100 companies and 98% of publicly traded companies are incorporated.
There are Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) which have fewer than 500 employees.

Benefit Corporations and Certified B Corporations

Benefit corporations aim to create profit and positive societal impact.
Patagonia is cited as an example of a California Benefit Corporation.
Regular reporting is required on social and environmental impact, and this isn't solely for marketing, but instead for true social benefit.
B-Lab certification assesses a company's social and environmental performance, and typically involves annual review.
A certain score is needed to receive certification; a certain minimum is required (e.g., 80). A minimum score can be beneficial in attracting stakeholders.
San Diego has a noted number of Certified B corporations.

Retirement Age, OSHA, and Gen Z Trends

Retirement age is possibly increasing, legislative changes may occur.
Social security benefits depend on payroll taxes (employee and employer contributions).
Occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) must be notified when an employee is injured or killed at work.
Gen Z employees are known to care about work-related purpose, well-being, aligning work with personal values and work purpose.
They may be inclined to quit jobs in irresponsible or unsustainable organizations.

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Explore the crucial concepts of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) within corporate culture and the laws governing fair employment practices. This quiz covers topics such as pay equity, discrimination regulations, and the importance of equal access to opportunities. Test your understanding of these essential legal frameworks that shape modern workplaces.