MSC: State Law Prohibits Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation
Michigan’s civil rights law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled for the first time.
U.S. Supreme Court: Title VII Protects Gay, Transgender Employees
An employer who fires an employee for being gay or transgender violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Federal Appeals Court Revives Michigan Transgender Bias Suit
The decision in EEOC v R.G. & G.R. Harris Funeral Homes, Inc. reinstated a funeral director’s transgender bias claim against the Michigan funeral home that had fired her.
Sixth Circuit Holds Serial Harasser's Conduct Violates Title VII
Four female employees sued Anheuser-Busch arising from sexual harassment claims against a male employee (Robinson) occurring over Robinson’s ten-year span of employment. Each time, the employer investigated the claims internally by interviewing the women and Robinson.