Even though an applicant is qualified, an interviewer can defeat a claim of disparate treatment if he declines to hire based on his subjective judgment.

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An interviewer cannot defeat a claim of disparate treatment simply by citing subjective judgment if the decision is based on discriminatory reasons. Disparate treatment involves intentional discrimination, and subjective judgments must be backed by legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons.

Even Though an Applicant Is Qualified, an Interviewer Can Defeat