In McDonnell Douglas Corp.v.Green, the respondent (Green) filed a formal complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, claiming that the petitioner had refused to rehire him because of his race, and persistent involvement in the civil rights movement which were in violation of Sections 703(a)(1) and 704(a).How would Green claim a case of discrimination?
A) By clause of arbitration
B) By establishing a prima-facie case
C) By establishing suo-moto case
D) By collective bargaining

Question

In McDonnell Douglas Corp.v.Green, the respondent (Green) filed a formal complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, claiming that the petitioner had refused to rehire him because of his race, and persistent involvement in the civil rights movement which were in violation of Sections 703(a)(1) and 704(a).How would Green claim a case of discrimination?​
A) ​By clause of arbitration
B) ​By establishing a prima-facie case
C) ​By establishing suo-moto case
D) ​By collective bargaining

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Green would claim a case of discrimination by establishing a prima facie case, which means providing enough evidence to create a presumption of discrimination. This evidence could include factors such as Green's race, his involvement in civil rights activities, and the employer's pattern of discriminatory practices. Establishing a prima facie case would then require the employer to provide a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason for its actions.