Tag: racial slur

5th Circuit: One Racial Slur Is Enough to Win Lawsuit

By Michael P. Maslanka, UNT Dallas College of Law May 25, 2022 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: May 25, 2022

After years of dithering, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers Texas) recently decided a single racial slur (one in particular) standing alone can create an unlawful hostile work environment entitling the employee to mental anguish and punitive damages and an award of fees to the person’s lawyer. Read on.

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Immediately Address and Correct Racial Slurs…or Else

By Michael Manning, Partner, Ritchie Manning LLP. Dec 5, 2018 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Dec 5, 2018

Nearly every Montana employer takes discrimination seriously and strives to keep it out of the workplace. But sometimes even the best intentions aren’t enough. A recent case from the Montana Department of Labor and Industry’s (DOLI) Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) should serve as a stark reminder that the details are critical. If an employee […]