Initial Discussion Post

1. What facts would the plaintiffs have to show to establish a prima facie case for disparate-impact (unintentional) discrimination?Explain your answer.
2. Assume that the plaintiffs established a prima facie case and that the burden has shifted to the employer to articulate a legal reason for not hiring the plaintiffs. What legitimate reasons might the employer assert for not hiring the plaintiffs in this situation? Should the law require television producers to hire persons of color for lead roles, in reality, television shows? Explain your answer.