When Does the Burden of Proof Fall on the Employer

question 130

Multiple Choice

When does the burden of proof fall on the employer in a disparate impact or disparate treatment suit?

• A) when there is an Affirmative Action Plan in place
• B) when it is a class action suit of current and former employees
• C) when the case goes to court before a jury
• D) when the court rules that disparate impact or disparate treatment has occurred.

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