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Wright Close & Barger Wins 9-0 US Supreme Court Decision

Appellate lawyers with Houston-based Wright Close & Barger scored a 9-0 decision from the U.S. Supreme Court in a closely watched religious discrimination case that made national headlines and carried big implications for employers and state and local governments.

The ruling in Fort Bend County vs. Davis united both conservative and liberal justices with an interpretation signaling that employers must be expeditious when challenging a worker’s claim of job bias. The opinion also cemented the authority of the courts in discrimination cases like this one, the firm said in a release.

“We are grateful for this important decision, which ensures a fairer system for all victims of employment discrimination. It also clarifies the process for employers and governments,” said appellate specialist Raffi Melkonian who delivered oral arguments on behalf of plaintiff Lois Davis. The case marked his first time making oral arguments before the Supreme Court.

Read details about the case.

 

 

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