This seminal textbook on the practical application of Australian discrimination law is suitable for all involved in this branch of the law – lawyers, business people, human resources and industrial relations staff, advocates and students. Discrimination Law and Practice examines important recent cases in key areas of discrimination law and particularly in all aspects of employment and harassment, the provision of goods and services and education.

Employment Discrimination: Law & Practice, Fifth Edition provides lucid discussion of difficult and complex legal problems. This timely resource explains laws, rulings, and requirements and delivers thorough legal analysis plus tried and tested practice materials. Moreover, it shows you actual discrimination litigation solutions to difficult and ambiguous problems. You will find comprehensive coverage of topics such as: Disability Law Developments Sexual Harassment Religious Discrimination Continuing Violations How discrimination is defined What is the duty of "reasonable accommodation" in disability discrimination How to successfully talk to, understand, and cross-examine a statistical proof of discrimination expert witness With this all inclusive, practical two-volume set you will learn: How to prove and defend against sexual harassment claims How to recognize the distinguishing theories and methods of proof Who counts as disabled for purposes of the ADA And much more! Employment Discrimination: Law and Practice brings the practitioner up to date on the latest developments, including: U.S. Supreme Court landmark decision limiting the systemic theories and class actions. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. v. Dukes "Cat's-paw" liability approved. Staub v. Proctor Hospital Third-party retaliation allowed. Thompson v. North American Stainless The ministerial exception goes to the Supreme Court. EEOC v. Hosanna-Tabor States may regulate employment of undocumented aliens. Chamber of Commerce v. Whiting Limiting state regulation of arbitration through the unconscionability doctrine. AT&T Mobility v. Concepcion Analysis of final EEOC regulations relating to the ADAAA and GINA Previous Edition: Employment Discrimination: Law and Practice, Fourth Editions, SKU: 9780735575639

The purchase of this ebook edition does not entitle you to receive access to the Connected eBook on CasebookConnect. You will need to purchase a new print book to get access to the full experience including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities, plus an outline tool and other helpful resources. Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook on CasebookConnect, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities, plus an outline tool and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. This streamlined, straightforward casebook offers a fresh perspective on employment discrimination law, presenting a procedural-based approach (lacking in other texts) with interactive materials. While still providing traditional coverage, this text emphasizes the importance of procedural issues in workplace cases. It includes a unique “best practices” chapter which discusses the most effective ways to address workplace discrimination, from both a theoretical and legal perspective. Numerous exercises and problems foster classroom discussion. Practice tips situate students in the role of a practicing lawyer. Modern, cutting-edge cases demonstrate the importance of employment discrimination law. Chapter-in-review sections, summary charts, and graphs are used throughout to further student comprehension. Text boxes within cases, historical notes, and news events effectively help bring the material to life. ?New to the 3rd Edition: Comprehensive treatment of the Supreme Court’s controversial and groundbreaking decision in Bostock v. Clayton County recognizing sexual orientation and transgender status as protected under Title VII’s employment discrimination provisions An examination of the rise of virtual work in the modern economy and the potential employment discrimination implications A look at how the pandemic has reconfigured the meaning of work in our society and the ways in which employment discrimination law may be impacted An examination of the contours of the ministerial exception in light of recent Supreme Court case law A more streamlined and accessible text Benefits for instructors and students: Focus on procedure (with theoretical underpinnings) to stimulate practical learning Comprehensive coverage, encompassing topics traditionally included in the course (statutory, regulatory, and administrative issues), but with a timely procedural focus integrated throughout Recent, topical cases which bring the issues to life for students and allow them to see how procedural issues are demonstrated in the employment discrimination context A unique chapter on best practices, which examines the proper training and complaint procedures that employers should have in place; explores policies and procedures for responding to employee reference requests; looks at emerging trends in the workplace, such as social media policies; and covers employee bullying Streamlined and straightforward presentation Interactive features (discussion problems, practice/procedural tips, class exercises, notes and questions, graphs/charts, etc.), to foster class discussion and student engagement Chapter-in-review