Ann Hopkins Case Flashcards
What were Hopkin’s good qualities?
She’s a hard worker, works long hours, pushes vigorously to meet deadlines, and demanded a lot from her coworkers
What were Hopkin’s bad qualities?
She’s abrasive, aggressive, harsh, difficult to deal with, and impatient
What was Hopkins criticized for?
Her inability to act like a women
Did Waterhouse accept Hopkins’ application for the partnership?
No
What did Hopkins do in response to being told that she wouldn’t be a partner?
Sheresignedandfiledasexual discrimination complaint with the EEOC
What did the EEOC find in the Hopkins case?
That Waterhouse did not violate Title VII
What were the 2 reason given for the EEOC’s finding in the Hopkin’s case?
- Hopkinshadresignedandhad notbeenterminated
2. TitleVIIdidnotapplytopartnershipdecisions
What did Hopkins do after the EEOC revealed their findings in her case?
Shefileda suitagainstPriceWaterhouse
What was the Supreme Court’s decision in the Hopkin’s case?
They found that she did have a cause of action for discrimination
List 2 reasons why the Hopkins case is important
- TheSupremeCourtrules that gender stereotyping discrimination is unlawful under Title VII
- It established the framework for mixed-motive cases
What are mixed-motive cases?
Cases where employers have both legitimate and illegitimate reasons for their employment decisions
What happened to Ann Hopkins after the Supreme Court’s decision?
She was awarded her partnership and damages
What type of case is the Ann Hopkins case?
A sexual discrimination case
What is the ethical dilemma in the Ann Hopkins Case?
Should Waterhouse promote Hopkins to a partner?
