Supreme Court Hears 'Reverse Discrimination' Case by Straight Woman Who Claims Her Job Was Given to Gay Man
The Supreme Court's review of Marlean Ames' workplace discrimination case could set a precedent on whether majority-group employees face unfair hurdles under Title VII, potentially reshaping DEI employment protections.
Supreme Court likely to side with straight woman in ‘reverse discrimination’ case
The Supreme Court on Wednesday heard arguments in a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims she was passed over for a promotion and later demoted because she’s straight.
Supreme Court baffled by Ohio’s defense in reverse discrimination case brought by straight woman
Marlean Ames has alleged she was wrongly passed over for promotion in favor of a lesbian and then demoted in favor of a gay man.
Supreme Court hears arguments in “reverse discrimination” case
The nation’s highest court heard oral arguments on Wednesday in a “reverse discrimination” lawsuit which may make it easier for non-minorities to pursue employment discrimination claims.
Woman takes 'reverse' discrimination case to Supreme Court over hiring of gay co-workers
The Supreme Court is considering a case of “reverse discrimination” and the standard of proof under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Supreme Court seems likely to rule for Ohio woman claiming job bias because she’s straight
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court seemed likely Wednesday to side with an Ohio woman who claims she suffered sex discrimination from her employer because she is straight.
U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in Green woman's employment discrimination case
Marlean Ames, 60, an employee at Indian River Juvenile Correctional Facility, contends gay applicants were unfairly given promotions that she sought.
Breaking down the Supreme Court "reverse discrimination" case
The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of Marlean Ames, a woman who alleges her sexual orientation as a straight person led to discrimination at work. Jessica Levinson explains.
SCOTUS to hear straight woman's discrimination case that could reshape employment law
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Wednesday for a case involving a woman who claims she was unfairly discriminated against on the job because she is straight.
Supreme Court appears likely to side with straight woman in `reverse discrimination' case
WASHINGTON − The Supreme Court on Wednesday seemed ready to rule − possibly unanimously − that members of a majority group do not face an extra hurdle when alleging “reverse discrimination” in the workplace.
‘More fuel to this anti-DEI effort’: SCOTUS considers straight woman’s reverse discrimination claim
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on a straight woman's reverse discrimination claim. MSNBC legal correspondent Lisa Rubin and columnist for the Boston Globe Kimberly Atkins Stohr join Chris Jansing to provide analysis and how the case could affect future DEI cases.
Supreme Court seems poised to lower bar for Whites to sue for job bias
Marlean Ames challenged rulings requiring members of majority groups to meet a higher bar to prove job discrimination than ...
Supreme Court seems poised to lower bar for employment bias lawsuits
The Supreme Court seems ready to make reverse discrimination suits easier by lowering the burden of proof for white, male, and straight plaintiffs.
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Courtroom Clash: Marlean Ames Challenges 'Reverse Discrimination' in Landmark Case
Marlean Ames, a former Ohio youth corrections worker, is taking her 'reverse discrimination' case to the U.S. Supreme Court after being demoted in favor of a gay coworker. The case challenges the ...