Google settles racial discrimination lawsuit for $50 million
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Google has agreed to pay $50 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging systemic racial discrimination in hiring, pay, and advancement.Summary
Google has settled a class-action lawsuit filed by Black employees, including April Curley, who alleged a "pattern and practice" of racial discrimination. The lawsuit claimed the company steered Black workers into lower-level and lower-paid positions and subjected them to a hostile work environment. The settlement, which includes a $50 million payment, requires Google to implement changes to its promotion and compensation practices to address these disparities. The agreement also mandates the creation of a $5.2 million fund to compensate affected employees.
(Source：The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)