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Bayer Hit With Discrimination Suit

Six current and former employees of Bayer Corp.'s HealthCare Pharmaceuticals unit filed a class-action lawsuit against the company on March 21 alleging they suffered systematic gender discrimination at the Bayer business in Wayne, N.J. The women claim they and "hundreds" of other female workers at Bayer were denied adequate pay and promotions, especially if they became pregnant, despite having a history of achievement at Bayer. "High-ranking company officials within the predominantly male management team foster an environment hostile to the success and advancement of female employees," the lawsuit stated. Bayer spokesman Bryan Iams said the Pittsburgh-based corporation denies the allegations of gender discrimination and will vigorously defend itself. Click here to read more.
 
 



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