Microsoft Corporation has agreed to a $14 million settlement with the California Civil Rights Department over allegations of penalizing employees who took medical or family-care leave, resolving claims of unfair treatment dating back to 2017.
Microsoft Corporation to Pay $14 Million Settlement in California Civil Rights Case Over Alleged Employee Leave Discrimination
According to the IBT, Microsoft Corporation has agreed to settle claims by the California Civil Rights Department by paying $14 million. The company was accused of unfairly penalizing employees who took medical or family-care leave since 2017, with a focus on women and those with disabilities. Allegations included instances where affected employees did not receive raises, promotions, or stock awards, and received lower performance ratings, impacting their career progression.
The settlement, which still needs court approval, ends a long investigation by the Civil Rights Department. Microsoft Corporation denies wrongdoing but plans changes. They will hire a consultant to ensure fair leave policies, improve complaint procedures, and train managers and HR staff. Most of the $14 million will go to affected workers, with each eligible employee getting at least $1,500 plus more based on their salary and how long they worked.
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$14 Million Settlement: Microsoft Corporation Agrees to Reform Leave Policies After Allegations of Retaliation Against Employees (PHOTO: Washington Post)
California Civil Rights Department Continues Fight Against Discrimination in Corporations Through Settlements with Industry Giants – Including Microsoft Corporation, Riot Games, and Activision Blizzard
This settlement is part of the Civil Rights Department’s efforts to tackle discrimination in large companies. They’ve settled other big cases with companies like Riot Games and Activision Blizzard, aiming to make workplaces fairer for everyone.
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