Originally Posted by
Adlerdriver
Perhaps a situation brought on by the actions of a minority of past guardsmen and reservists. While the choice to avoid such candidates on the part of FedEx is unfortunate, it is their prerogative.
It is not their prerogative to not hire military personnel based on their military service.
Originally Posted by
Adlerdriver
I know it's illegal to discriminate against guard/reserve employees because of their military service obligations. Does the law really extend into the choice to actually hire someone or not hire someone? I'm not arguing, truly asking.
Yes it does. USERRA is very clear about this point.
USERRA 1002.40