Preview Questions Discrimination Lawyer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: In an Equal Employment Opportunity case, what is the burden of proof for the plaintiff in a disparate treatment claim?

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The plaintiff must show that the employer violated state laws

The plaintiff must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the employer intentionally discriminated

The plaintiff must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the employer was negligent

The plaintiff must prove that their actions were protected under Title VII

Question 2: How should a lawyer address "retaliation claims" when an employee alleges being punished for reporting harassment in the workplace?

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Retaliation claims do not apply if the employee did not report the harassment

Retaliation claims involve adverse actions taken against an employee for engaging in protected activity, and the lawyer must show that the employee suffered a materially adverse action because of the complaint

Retaliation claims are only valid if the employee was terminated

Retaliation claims are irrelevant unless the employee suffers physical harm

Question 3: How does the "Burlington Northern test" affect retaliation claims, and how should a lawyer use it to assess material adverse actions in employment retaliation cases?

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The test applies only in cases involving race-based retaliation

The Burlington Northern test requires showing that the retaliation would deter a reasonable employee from engaging in protected activity; the lawyer should focus on whether the action is materially adverse

The test is irrelevant if the employee is still employed after the alleged retaliation

The test applies only if the retaliation results in a change in employment status

Question 4: How does the "Reasonable Accommodation" requirement apply to employees under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in an Equal Employment Opportunity context?

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Employers must provide accommodations for all medical conditions

Employers must guarantee employment for disabled individuals

Employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations unless it causes undue hardship to the business

Employers are required to provide accommodations only during working hours

Question 5: What is the employer's legal obligation when an employee reports workplace harassment?

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The employer must suspend the harasser while awaiting an investigation

The employer must immediately terminate the accused employee

The employer must investigate the complaint promptly and take appropriate corrective action

The employer is not required to act unless the employee files a formal lawsuit

Question 6: What is the "disability-related discrimination" under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and how should a lawyer approach cases involving reasonable accommodations?

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Disability-related discrimination applies only in cases of wrongful termination

Disability-related discrimination occurs when an employer fails to provide reasonable accommodations or discriminates against an employee due to their disability

Disability-related discrimination claims are irrelevant if the employee is capable of performing their duties

Disability-related discrimination only applies to visible disabilities