- Flora Tucker, a Hispanic female, applied for a sales position in Ames Department Stores in Seattle. After completing her application, she was asked to take a math test and a general aptitude test. As a result of her score, she was disqualified from consideration for the sales position. Based on this scenario, argue whether or not you believe that this testing policy is a violation of Title VII. Explain when an employer can use an Aptitude and/or other tests and how tests are validated.
- Brian, one of your managers for your business, likes to hug employees in the morning and you have advised him against this practice. You have provided him counseling and videos to watch that demonstrate appropriate touching and actions per sexual harassment in the workplace. Brian is mentally challenged and most employees understand his limitations. Lori files suit for sexual harassment against your business for Brian’s actions. What forms of sexual harassment discrimination exist today and, would Lori prevail in a lawsuit against your company? Why or why not?
- Please substantiate your answers and provide for resources per SWS requirements.
