If a Decision of an ALJ Is Appealed,the Governing Body

question 62

True/False

If a decision of an ALJ is appealed,the governing body of the agency may decide the case de novo.

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Definitions:

Canadian Human Rights Act

A statute in Canada that prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

Equality Before the Law

A principle under which all people are subject to the same laws of justice and are entitled to equal protection and benefit of the laws.

Bona Fide Occupational Requirement

A justified business necessity that allows discrimination in hiring if certain attributes are essential for performing a job.

Legal Direct Discrimination

Practices that explicitly treat an individual or group unfavorably because of protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, or disability.