Muslim barista awarded $23K over Ramadan shift denial
A barista at New York’s Hungry Ghost Coffee was denied time off for Ramadan fasting.
Why it matters
The ruling highlights religious accommodation disputes in service sectors.
Key facts
- role
- manager
- location
- New York’s Hungry Ghost Coffee
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eeco files religious discrimination claim
the equal employment opportunity commission alleged the employer violated federal anti-discrimination laws.
settlement includes back pay and damages
the award covers lost wages and compensatory damages for the worker.
Common questions
what was the issue?
the barista was denied time off for fasting during ramadan.
Sources
- EEOC obtains $23K for Muslim barista denied accommodation for Ramadan By Laurel Kalser, HR Dive · hrdive.com
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