Federal court lets Black NYPD laborers' overtime race bias claims largely proceed
Key points
- Four Black laborers' claims that the NYPD assigned them less overtime than Latino and White colleagues largely survived dismissal bids
- Judge Engelmayer ruled they plausibly alleged the overtime denial hurt their work conditions, including fewer promotions and lower annual earnings
- Carlysle Carter and Albert Newton's claims under Title VII and New York City law will proceed
Four Black laborers' claims that the NYPD assigned them less overtime than Latino and White colleagues largely survived dismissal bids. Judge Paul A. Engelmayer of the Southern District of New York ruled Wednesday that they plausibly alleged the denial hurt their work conditions, including fewer promotions and lower annual earnings. Carlysle Carter and Albert Newton advanced claims under Title VII and New York City law. For reference only; not legal advice.
What employers should do
- Review overtime assignment records and criteria to ensure allocation is objective and traceable
Policy details
- Jurisdiction
- US District Court for the Southern District of New York
- Status
- Court ruling
- Effective date
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- Employers covered
- New York City Police Department
- Official source
- Official source pending
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