Lawsuit against Catholic Relief Services for Sexual Discrimination

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A gay former employee of Catholic Relief Services won a $60,000 lawsuit for sexual discrimination after his same-sex spouse was removed from his health insurance plan. The organization was found to have violated his rights under Maryland's anti-discrimination law.

Key Points

  • Former employee sued CRS for removing his same-sex spouse from health insurance coverage
  • Court ruled in favor of employee, stating CRS violated his rights under MFEPA
  • Legal win seen as a positive step for LGBTQ+ workers' rights

Pros

  • Legal victory for LGBTQ+ rights and protection against discrimination in the workplace
  • Sets a precedent for future cases involving Maryland's Fair Employment Practices Act's religious exemption

Cons

  • Potential negative impact on Catholic Relief Services' reputation and financial resources