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Fifth Circuit Breathes New Life into EEOC Claim Based on Religion and National Origin


11/14/2007

    In a case of first impression with the Fifth Circuit, but echoing concerns around the country, especially since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the decision in E.E.O.C. v. WC & M Enterprises, Inc., provides employers with guidance when dealing with alleged national origin discrimination and religious harassment.1 This case underscores the responsibility of employers to recognize and confront repeated and escalating misconduct and harassment, and to curtail retaliation related to complaints of discrimination and harassment.

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