It is no secret that, in today’s economy, businesses of all sizes, and in all industries, are experiencing layoffs and cutting costs, particularly their discretionary expenses. The same is true for landlords, who are faced with more than the usual number of evictions.
In taking these necessary actions, however, both employers and landlords should be careful not to expose themselves to potential liability, particularly in the area of discrimination law. Discrimination cases can yield very large awards, and are more prevalent during difficult times such as these.
