Microsoft settles California probe over worker leave for $14 million

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Microsoft settles California probe over worker leave for $14 million
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Microsoft Corp has agreed to pay $14 million to settle a California agency's claims that it illegally penalized workers who took medical or family-care leave...

- Microsoft Corp has agreed to pay $14 million to settle a California agency's claims that it illegally penalized workers who took medical or family-care leave, the agency said on Wednesday.

The agency accused Microsoft of sex and disability discrimination and interfering with workers' rights to take leave. "The settlement announced today will provide direct relief to impacted workers and safeguard against future discrimination at the company," Kish said. Liz Cheney fires back at Trump after he calls for ‘televised military tribunals’ for former congresswomanDr. Fauci Attacks RFK Jr.'s Stance On Vaccines With 1 Searing Comment

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