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The Court’s Decision in Green v. Brennan Allows Employees to Make the Best of a Bad Situation
Hamilton and Griffin on Rights
(2016)
Abstract
The Court’s decision in Green v. Brennan last week recognizes the practical difficulties victims of workplace discrimination face—in the workplace itself and in vindicating their rights under Title VII. In a 7 to 1 decision, the Court held that the limitations period for how long a federal employee has to consult an Equal Employment Opportunity counselor about constructive discharge claims begins on the date the employee provides notice of his resignation. This decision is good news for workers, especially vulnerable workers who need the income from their jobs to provide for their families. It mitigates the immediate threat of retaliation. And it allows workers who are suffering from intolerable work conditions to exercise some control over when they leave their job.
Disciplines
Publication Date
May 30, 2016
Citation Information
The Court’s Decision in Green v. Brennan Allows Employees to Make the Best of a Bad Situation, HAMILTON & GRIFFIN ON RIGHTS (May 30, 2016) (also featured on SCOTUSblog)