Employment Practices Liability
/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt ˈpræktɪsɪz ˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) Liability arising from wrongful acts in the employment context, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and other violations of employment laws.
The company purchased employment practices liability insurance to protect against costly discrimination claims.
Forms
- employment practices liability
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Commentary
Often relevant to businesses for risk management; typically addressed through specialized insurance policies covering employment-related lawsuits.
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