If a plaintiff proves that a disparate impact exists,an organization may then defend its employment by showing validation or _______________.

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If a plaintiff proves that a disparate impact exists, the organization may then defend its employment practices by showing that they are justified by business necessity. This means that the employment practice is necessary for the operation of the organization and is related to job performance. It is important for the organization to be able to show that there are no other less discriminatory alternatives available.  Hiring records, process improvement plans, and modified HRM procedures may be helpful in addressing the issue, but they do not directly address the issue of disparate impact.

If a Plaintiff Proves That a Disparate Impact Exists,an Organization