Google agrees to pay $28m over racial bias case
Briefly

Google has agreed to a $28 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit filed in 2021, which alleged that employees from Hispanic, Latino, Native American, and other backgrounds received lower pay and career opportunities compared to their white and Asian counterparts. The suit cited leaked internal documents that indicated significant pay inequities based on race and ethnicity. This class action lawsuit covers over 6,600 former employees, with preliminary approval granted by a California court. Despite the settlement, Google continues to deny allegations of discrimination, asserting their commitment to fair employment practices.
Google has agreed to pay $28m to settle a lawsuit alleging discrimination in pay and career opportunities favoring white and Asian employees over others.
Ms. Cantu's claims were supported by leaked internal documents revealing ethnic disparities in compensation, demonstrating a broader issue of inequitable pay practices.
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