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Jury Finds Cognizant Guilty of Discrimination, Orders Damages for Non-Indian Employees in Landmark Verdict

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In a landmark decision, a U.S. jury found Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., a major technology service provider, guilty of discriminating against its non-Indian employees. This verdict was reached after a protracted legal struggle that stemmed from a 2017 class-action lawsuit alleging job bias within the company. The suit, initiated by three Caucasian former employees, accused the company of preferentially hiring South Asian employees, particularly those from India. The plaintiffs detailed their grievances by claiming they were left without assignments for extended periods, a condition referred to as being on the “bench,” only to be replaced … Read more

Cognizant Faces Setback: Jury Orders Damages for Discriminatory Practices Against Non-Indian Employees

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Los Angeles — A U.S. jury has ruled that Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. must pay punitive damages after finding the company engaged in discriminatory practices against non-Indian employees. The verdict arrived following a failed attempt by the IT giant last month to have a job bias class-action lawsuit dismissed. The case, which centers on allegations of employment discrimination at the New Jersey-based company, hints at broader industry practices surrounding visa regulations and hiring. The lawsuit began with claims from three employees who said they were laid off after being placed on a no-work status and … Read more

Cognizant Concludes Defense in High-Stakes Retrial Over Alleged Hiring Bias

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Washington, D.C. — In a significant legal battle, Cognizant Technologies concluded its defense Thursday in a class action lawsuit that accuses the company of favoring Indian employees through its work transfer policies. This issue came to the forefront during a retrial marked by racial tensions. A key piece of testimony by a company executive revealed that the number of workers being transferred from India to the U.S. has been consistently decreasing since 2014. This lawsuit highlights the broader discourse around employment practices and racial bias in multinational companies, particularly those in the tech sector, where … Read more

Cognizant Sues Infosys Over Alleged Theft of Healthcare Software Secrets in High-Stakes Court Battle

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Dallas, Texas — In a significant legal confrontation, TriZetto, a subsidiary of the IT major Cognizant, has initiated a lawsuit against Infosys, alleging theft of trade secrets. The lawsuit, which revolves around proprietary healthcare insurance software, was filed in a federal court in Texas, marking a new chapter in the competitive IT industry. In response to the filed complaint, Infosys has strongly refuted any claims of misconduct. The company stated that it is aware of the legal proceedings and is prepared to defend its practices vigorously, emphasizing its commitment to ethical business practices. According to … Read more