New trial ordered in women miners bias case
The Eighth Circuit reversed a Minnesota federal ruling and ordered a new trial to determine damages for 20 women miners in a landmark sexual harassment class action first filed in 1988. Judge Donald Lay cited errors by special master Patrick McNulty and blamed political gridlock and court delays for inadequate compensation.
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Impact of part timers on companies surveyed
A Catalyst study of over 2,000 employees in four firms finds part time work rising due to cutbacks and preferences. Findings show 57 percent of workers affected, 36 percent of women and 11 percent of men have worked part time, with flexible programs boosting retention and morale but workload changes vary.
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Bruce Answers Readers on Stocks and Savings Bonds
A letters column covers locating an unknown oil stock, directing to find the listing symbol or contact the transfer agent. Bruce cautions readers about keeping escrow refunds applied to principal and urges diversifying investments with growth funds and a financial planner for someone overexposed to low-yield instruments.
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