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    Labor & Employment Law Daily Wrap Up, EXPERT INSIGHTS—Starbucks settlement adds to growing scrutiny of corporate DEI programs, (Oct 1, 2026)

    Law Firms Mentioned:Bass, Berry & Sims
    Organizations Mentioned:Accenture | Bass Berry & Sims, PLC | IBM

    By Richard W. Arnholt and Tim K. Garrett of Bass, Berry & Sims

    Key Takeaways

    • DEI scrutiny is occurring at both the state and federal levels. The Starbucks settlement shows that state attorneys general are also scrutinizing employment and corporate governance practices involving race- or sex-based goals, preferenc ...

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