WASHINGTON–A Supreme Court decision today limiting a worker's ability to sue an employer for pay discrimination that stems from decisions made long ago is good news for businesses, a legal expert said.
Debra Friedman, an attorney with the Cozen O'Connor law firm in Philadelphia, which does insurance and labor law litigation, said employers will face less uncertainty regarding potential discriminatory pay claims as a result.
“It is a favorable ruling for employers,” said Ms. Friedman, adding that the high court's opinion would provide “certainty for employers that they won't be facing stale claims” based on pay decisions.
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