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Discrimination within the workplace is an issue that has recently been brought to light due to an increasing number of lawsuits being filed against companies who have violated employee rights. One such example is a case involving Spike Electric and Controls LLC, a local electrical company in 2021, which was sued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for disability discrimination (EEOC 2021). The EEOC alleged that the company had refused to hire a job applicant because of his disability, resulting in them losing the lawsuit and subsequently paying out $85 000 in damages.(JD Supra 2021).

The complainant had applied for a position as a warehouse worker but was rejected after providing medical information requested from him as part of the pre-employment process . Despite having met all other requirements , his application was denied without explanation or any attempt to provide reasonable accommodations (ibid.). This case serves as an example of how employers still need to be mindful when it comes to issues relating to disabilities since failure comply with relevant laws can lead to serious consequences both financially and reputationally (Unicourt 2021).

This incident also highlights one of key principles underpinning anti-discrimination legislation: namely equal opportunities for all regardless of race , religion or ability (Fryer 1998 ). It suggests that even if organizations are unaware or ill-informed about their legal responsibilities they can still be held accountable if found guilty. Furthermore, this type of litigation not only helps ensure justice for those affected by unfair practices but can also serve as warning sign others encouraging greater compliance with existing regulations (Vera&Barron 2019 ).