Business Necessity
/ˈbɪznəs nəˈsɛsɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal doctrine permitting an employer to justify a discriminatory employment practice if it is essential to safe and efficient business operations.
The employer demonstrated business necessity to defend against the disparate impact claim.
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- business necessity
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Commentary
Business necessity often arises in employment law to allow practices that might otherwise be discriminatory if they are crucial for job performance or safety.
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