Horton Law Firm Blog Category: Discrimination
South Carolina’s Pregnancy Accommodations Act
South Carolina has its own pregnancy discrimination law on the books–the Pregnancy Accommodations Act (PAA)–which dates back to 2018 and predates the federal discrimination law on pregnancy that went into effect June 2023 (read more about the federal law... read more
U.S. Supreme Court: Lateral Job Transfers Can Be Discriminatory
We now have some clearer guidance on whether lateral job transfers trigger a legal claim under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. I blogged about this case back in January 2024, when we were still waiting on a decision from the Court. Well, now we have to wait no... read more
Punitive Damages in Employment Cases
When it comes to punitive damages in employment cases, a recent jury verdict and appeal provides some great fodder for discussion for South Carolina employees. Back in October 2021, a federal jury in North Carolina awarded a David Duvall, a white male executive, a $10... read more
Would Gina Carano’s Lawsuit Against Disney Succeed in SC?
Last week, Star Wars actor Gina Carano’s lawsuit for wrongful termination and discrimination against Disney was filed. Prior to her Forceful termination in 2021, Carano played Cara Dune in The Mandalorian show on Disney+. The lawsuit itself will play out in... read more
What is an Adverse Employment Action under Title VII?
In employment discrimination cases, one of the elements for certain discrimination and retaliation claims is that the employee suffered an “adverse employment action.” For example, if an employee makes a protected complaint and the company retaliates... read moreStill Have Questions? The best way we can serve you is by starting a conversation.
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