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Journal
Journal of Individual Employment Rights
ISSN
1055-7512 (print) 1541-3799 (electronic)
Volume
10
Issue
2
Date
4/1/2001

Article Facts

Title
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION AND THE COURTS: A REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
DOI
10.2190/ALF3-7DY5-ML83-Y2TK
Authors
  • LAWRENCE S. KLEIMAN
  • JOAN BENEK-RIVERA
Pages
103-117
Online Date
10/21/2003

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION AND THE COURTS: A REVIEW AND ANALYSIS

LAWRENCE S. KLEIMAN
JOAN BENEK-RIVERA

DOI: 10.2190/ALF3-7DY5-ML83-Y2TK

Abstract

This article reviews case law dealing with claims of religious accommodation discrimination filed under the Civil Rights Act. This article is intended to provide employers with a better understanding of how the courts adjudicate these types of cases. The article is divided into three sections. The first two sections examine the type of evidence needed by a plaintiff to establish a prima facie case of religious discrimination and the requirements for an effective defense. The third section addresses areas of potential concerns for organizations in light of the judicial decisions reviewed and offers recommendations for avoiding/defending claims of religious accommodation discrimination.

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