‘Gay’ Suit Settled (Press, 6 December 1986)
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Summary: ‘Gay’ Suit Settled (Press, 6 December 1986)
An 11-year-old lawsuit against Pacific Bell, accusing the telephone company of discrimination against homosexuals in hiring practices, has been settled out of court for US$3 million (NZ$6 million). The lawsuit was initiated in June 1975 by two homosexual rights groups along with six individuals, who claimed discriminatory practices by the company. Pacific Bell, however, has consistently denied these allegations. In 1980, following the ongoing legal battle, the company implemented a written policy that prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation. Despite the settlement agreement, both parties issued a joint statement clarifying that Pacific Bell was not admitting to past discrimination. This settlement represents the largest financial resolution in the history of gay rights litigation to date.
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