Disparate Treatment
/ˈdɪspərət ˈtriːtmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) Intentional discrimination against an individual based on a protected characteristic, resulting in unequal treatment under the law.
The plaintiff alleged disparate treatment when he was denied promotion due to his race.
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Disparate treatment requires proving discriminatory intent, distinguishing it from disparate impact which focuses on effects rather than intent.
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