Preview Questions Discrimination Lawyer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: Under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which of the following constitutes a violation of Title VI?

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Discrimination in hiring based on gender

Discrimination in housing based on race or color

Discrimination in public accommodations based on religion

Discrimination based on race or national origin by any program receiving federal funds

Question 2: How should a lawyer handle "class action" civil rights lawsuits, particularly when the claim involves systemic discrimination affecting a large group of employees?

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Class actions are only applicable in wrongful termination cases

Class actions are irrelevant unless the company has a unionized workforce

Class action lawsuits allow multiple employees to pursue a discrimination claim together; the lawyer must demonstrate that common issues predominate over individual claims

Class actions can only be pursued if the discrimination is related to pay disparity

Question 3: How should a lawyer approach "hostile work environment" claims based on gender or sexual orientation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act?

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Gender or sexual orientation harassment falls under Title VII; the lawyer must show that the conduct was based on the employee's gender or sexual orientation and was severe enough to alter their employment conditions

Gender or sexual orientation harassment applies only to physical harassment

Gender or sexual orientation harassment only applies if the employee is terminated

Gender or sexual orientation harassment claims are irrelevant if the employee remains employed

Question 4: Under the Civil Rights Act of 1991, what standard of proof is required for plaintiffs in a Title VII case involving intentional discrimination?

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The plaintiff must show that they were unfairly treated compared to others in a nonprotected class

The plaintiff must prove that they were discriminated against based on race, gender, or other protected characteristics

The plaintiff must demonstrate economic loss as a result of the discrimination

The plaintiff must show that the discrimination was intentional and not justified by a legitimate business reason

Question 5: In what way does the "Voting Rights Act of 1965" impact civil rights law?

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It prohibits racial discrimination in voting and electoral processes

It grants the right to vote to all U.S. citizens over the age of 18

It ensures public office candidates represent all minority groups

It mandates equal voting rights for citizens regardless of gender

Question 6: When preparing a discrimination lawsuit for trial, what is the role of "witness preparation"?

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Witness preparation involves coaching witnesses on how to present their testimony effectively and respond to cross-examination

Witness preparation involves writing the closing arguments for the plaintiff's case

Witness preparation involves gathering all documents related to the case for evidence presentation

Witness preparation involves preparing motions to exclude opposing evidence from trial