The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act - An Overview
Professional & Compliant Behavior
The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act is a federal statute that was signed into law by President Barack Obama in January 2009. In this video, a legal subject matter expert explains the origin of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay case and its impact on organizations across the United States.
Learning Path & Details
- Ethics & Compliance
- Type: Video Vignettes
- Audience: Employees / Staff
- Available As: Download, USB, USB-2YR, USB-3YR
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Competencies
- Demonstrating Integrity & Professionalism
- Managing Risk
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Additional Information
In the United States, women make an average of 77 cents for every dollar earned by a man. The Act was put in place to help close that gap by resetting the 180 day statute of limitations for equal pay lawsuits with every new paycheck issued.