Do We Filter Potential Clients Based on Stereotypes?
A new study says that for injured plaintiffs, race/ethnicity may make it harder to get a lawyer.
September 25, 2024 at 12:15 PM
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EvidenceWe read or hear about it too often—employers or realtors screen out prospects by race or gender. As reported by NPR in spring 2024, in a recent and massive study of employers, applicants with names such as Brad and Greg were up against Darnell and Lamar. Amanda and Kristen competed for jobs with Ebony and Latoya.
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