Federal EEO Laws and Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act

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What is the main focus of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act?

Requiring reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers

Under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), which groups are protected beyond what Title VII offers?

Marital status and sexual orientation

What is the main role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?

Educate employers on EEO matters and investigate discrimination claims

In a disparate treatment case, what is the purpose of the 'McDonnell-Douglas Test'?

<p>To determine if there was intentional discrimination against a protected group</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'four-fifths rule' in adverse impact cases?

<p>To determine if a HR practice affects various groups differently</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Adverse Impact' refers to which type of discriminatory practice?

<p>Unintentional discriminatory practice with disproportionate impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act?

<p>To eliminate discrimination in all HR activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a bona fide occupational qualification as per the Federal EEO laws?

<p>An actual qualification for a job based on age, gender, religion, or national origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Equal Pay Act prohibit discrimination in?

<p>Pay, benefits, and pensions based on gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), who is protected?

<p>Qualified individuals with a disability</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Civil Rights Act of 1991 do in cases of discrimination?

<p>Shifted the burden of proof back to employers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a person being considered disabled under the ADA Amendments Act?

<p>Being diagnosed with an impairment irrespective of correctable measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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