Benziger owns and operates a diner in Voorhees. A young couple entered and ordered burgers and...

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Benziger owns and operates a diner in Voorhees. A young couple entered and ordered burgers and fries and sat at the counter. When Benziger came out of his office in the back, he noticed that the young lady, Maria Lopez, was barefoot. Benziger told Lopez that she either had to put on some footwear or leave because barefoot dining was not allowed (even though there was no sign stating the policy). Lopez refused to leave and Benziger summoned the police. Lopez said she wasn't leaving, then shouted something in Spanish. Lopez was charged with trespass, but Benziger later dropped the charges. Does the customer have a valid claim against Benziger for violation of the Civil Rights Act? Briefly explain. Benziger owns and operates a diner in Voorhees. A young couple entered and ordered burgers and fries and sat at the counter. When Benziger came out of his office in the back, he noticed that the young lady, Maria Lopez, was barefoot. Benziger told Lopez that she either had to put on some footwear or leave because barefoot dining was not allowed (even though there was no sign stating the policy). Lopez refused to leave and Benziger summoned the police. Lopez said she wasn't leaving, then shouted something in Spanish. Lopez was charged with trespass, but Benziger later dropped the charges. Does the customer have a valid claim against Benziger for violation of the Civil Rights Act? Briefly explain.

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It is unlikely that Maria Lopez has a valid claim against Benziger for violation of the Civil Rights ... View the full answer