If a plaintiff feels that individual acts of intentional discrimination in his firm have led to a statistical disparity in the firm, and this disparity is a function of a larger culture of discrimination, which of the following lawsuits is he most likely to file? At Tackle and Bait, a large outdoor supply store, women are hired to be cashiers for a flat hourly rate while men work the floor on commission. What lawsuit is Tackle and Bait opening themselves up to based on this practice?

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Summer Park

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2 April, 17:10

If a plaintiff feels that individual acts of intentional discrimination in his firm have led to a statistical disparity in the firm, and this disparity is a function of a larger culture of discrimination, which of the following lawsuits is he most likely to file? At Tackle and Bait, a large outdoor supply store, women are hired to be cashiers for a flat hourly rate while men work the floor on commission. What lawsuit is Tackle and Bait opening themselves up to based on this practice?

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Christine Mccann · Answer 1

Answer: pattern or practice lawsuit

Explanation:

Pattern or practice case

This is a case whereby the plaintiff tries to show in court that they have been subjected into discriminatory situations which were committed by the defendant.

The plaintiff shows that the policies and procedures were actual used in committing such a discriminatory act towards them.

This case comprises discrimination of the following nature:

Housing discrimination

School segregation

Employment discrimination

A plaintiff will be required to provide evidence or any proof that shows that the defendant behaviour is actual an ongoing practice.