Bringing & Defending a Religious Discrimination Claim

The law of religious discrimination as it affects employment has gained prominence in recent years, the result of COVID-19 and other social developments. Hear this expert panel examine the legal contours of the law, including issues regarding who is entitled to protection and requests for religious accommodation.

Then watch the panel simulate litigation of these issues to illustrate the unique characteristics of a religious discrimination claim. Using a fact pattern reflecting religious accommodation disputes that have been in the news in recent years, the attorneys discuss the law of religious discrimination generally, and analyze how that law might apply to the fact pattern presented. They then discuss the many considerations that factor into preparing for and conducting a trial of religious discrimination claims, including trial strategy, evidentiary issues, motions in limine opening statements, direct and cross-examination of witnesses, and remedies.