Employment practices that appear to apply neutrally to all employees but result in a less favorable effect for one group may give rise to a claim of:

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The situation described refers to a disparate impact, which occurs when a seemingly neutral policy or practice has a disproportionate effect on a particular group of employees, often based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, or age. Disparate impact is a form of discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Disparate treatment, on the other hand, involves intentional discrimination against an individual based on their protected status. Inclusion and reasonable accommodation are not applicable in this scenario.

Employment Practices That Appear to Apply Neutrally to All Employees