New developments concerning discrimination by manufacturers

Abstract

Outlines the role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and covers the Civil Rights Act 1964 before briefly mentioning the Age discrimination in Employment Act 1967, equal pay Act 1963, Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 and other laws. Provides statistics from the EEOC website and also looks at affirmative action. Considers recent developments affecting Manufacturers in relation to race, sex age and disabilities, citing case law examples. Discusses reverse discrimination and concludes that companies need to keep pace with developments.

Citation

Mueller, M. and Kleiner, B.H. (2001), "New developments concerning discrimination by manufacturers", International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, Vol. 21 No. 8/9/10, pp. 14-36. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443330110789772