Posts Tagged ‘title VII’
“Comparable Worth” Law Rectifies Gender Discrimination
The concept of “Comparable Worth” as a way to equalize gender pay under Title VII has been discarded by US courts as too murky to implement. Meanwhile, in New Zealand, a woman-led government is finally making it law. It is about time that so-called “women’s work” is recognized and compensated for its skillful value-add.
Read MoreTitle VII Loophole Allowing Bank Discrimination May be Soon be Closed
As our country reconciles inequity in the law, The Fair Access to Financial Services Act, introduced last week, prohibits discrimination by banks, closing a gaping loophole. Title VII subjects only certain businesses to its prohibitions, such as movie theaters, restaurants and hotels, allowing banks to treat customers differently. While many states prohibit bank discrimination, the disparity necessitates…
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