SCOTUS Unanimously Sides with Straight Ohio Woman in ‘Reverse Discrimination’ Row

Eric Tate spoke with HR Dive about the implications of the Supreme Court's decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, which reversed the 6th Circuit's requirement for majority-group plaintiffs to show "background circumstances" in discrimination claims. Eric noted that the ruling comes at a significant time for workplace discrimination law amid political backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. He stated, "This case can only provide more fodder for that," suggesting that the decision may lead to an increase in reverse discrimination claims from majority-group plaintiffs. The ruling underscores the need for employers to review their DEI programs to ensure compliance with Title VII standards.

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