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Business Law Simulation Exercise 2 for Managers: Employment Discrimination

The necessity of business-

An operation of a business requires certain skill, ability, or procedure. Revere's physical requirements included bending, climbing, kneeling, stooping, balancing, reaching, and lifting items up to 50 pounds. Falstaff was in good health when he filled out the application. When he injured his back, he was asked to lift light objects. As a result, he gained weight, his health deteriorated, and his back actually worsened. It was Revere who understood the injury and supported Falstaff, but he

took advantage of that.

Accommodations that are reasonable

Despite Grindle's efforts to explain his inability to accomplish certain tasks, his employer refused to listen or assist. Eventually, the stress became so much Grindle struggled to sleep because of all the stress. The injury has been caused by Grindle's

obesity, as discovered by his physician. Until he loses 75 pounds, his physician advised his employer he won't be able to perform strenuous work activities. A short time later, he was fired for refusing to adjust his work schedule. Accommodations that are reasonable. Disabled individuals must be able to perform essential job functions adequately under the American Disabilities Act.

Requirement for Documented Disability

Disabilities are impairments that substantially limit a person's ability to perform major life activities. In the beginning, Grindle weighed 345 pounds. To my knowledge, he does not have any health issues. Despite receiving multiple reprimands, Grindle tried to inform his manager that he could not meet the

deadline. When he went to see his physician, he was diagnosed with a documented disability, which allowed him to complete the job.

Motives of a mixed nature.

According to the mixed motive theory, adverse employment action may have been motivated by both legitimate and discriminatory motives. Motives based on discrimination and unfairness. During a visit to the patient, the physician noted that his obesity is the most significant factor affecting his health. After a few steps, his weight puts strain on his spine, limits his mobility, and makes him feel short of

breath. Due to his weight, he cannot stand or lift anything over 5 pounds." Falstaff obviously had documented disability, but Revere terminated him for poor performance and a strategic need to cut costs. According to reports, Falstaff was speaking down to coworkers and customers about the company. The termination was partly due to Revere's citing lower-than-expected revenue. As a result of Falstaff's discrimination, I believe he suffered. He was terminated because of his

weight, and Revere had their own personal reasons

EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Act):

Five-member administrative body

In certain cases, the agency sues employees on their behalf. Employee complaints are accepted and investigated by the agency. Taking action against their respected businesses, Grindle and Falstaff felt discriminated against.