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Meacham v. Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory

Docket No. Op. Below Argument Opinion Vote Author Term
06-1505 2d Cir. Apr 23, 2008
Tr.
Jun 19, 2008 TBD Souter OT 2007
 

Issue: Whether, under Smith v. City of Jackson (2005), an employee alleging disparate impact under the ADEA has the burden of persuasion in establishing the contested action was based on “reasonable factors other than age.”

Judgment: Vacated and remanded, in an opinion by Justice David Souter on June 19, 2008.

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