Smithfield Foods Battles EEOC Over Pandemic-Era Age Discrimination Claims in Georgia Federal Court
The world's largest pork processor is fighting to block a jury from hearing a federal age bias case, arguing that 'pandemic cost-cutting' shouldn't be second-guessed by the government.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Policy Regulation
Key points
- Smithfield Foods is challenging a judge's recommendation to move an EEOC age discrimination lawsuit to a jury trial.
- The EEOC alleges Smithfield fired a senior sales staffer during the pandemic based on age rather than actual financial necessity.
- Smithfield argues that the 'business judgment' rule should protect their right to cut costs without judicial interference.
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