Asked by Ashanti Bennett on Sep 23, 2024

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In the class action lawsuit Dukes v. Wal-Mart,

A) the parties got a better response by suing Wal-Mart directly rather than going through the EEOC.
B) the plaintiffs were men who had filed a reverse discrimination suit.
C) outcomes received by women were generally less than what men received.
D) the problem was local rather than national.
E) pay was not an issue.

Dukes V. Wal-Mart

A landmark legal case involving allegations of gender discrimination in employment practices at Walmart, the largest retailer in the United States.

Class Action Lawsuit

A legal proceeding that allows one or more plaintiffs to file and litigate a lawsuit on behalf of a larger group, or "class," of individuals.

EEOC

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, a federal agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination in the United States.

  • Understand the implications of laws and regulations on workplace fairness including the role of the EEOC.
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Rupesh Lohani4 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In Dukes v. Wal-Mart, the plaintiffs, who were female employees, argued that the company's practices resulted in women receiving lower pay and fewer promotions compared to their male counterparts. This case highlighted issues of gender discrimination within the company's operations.