DOJ and Apple Reach $25 Million Agreement to Resolve Employment Discrimination Allegations

DOJ announced that it reached a $25 million agreement with Apple Inc. to resolve allegations that Apple illegally discriminated in hiring and recruitment against U.S. citizens and certain non-U.S. citizens whose permission to live in and work in the United States does not expire. Under the agreement, Apple is required to pay up to $25 million in backpay and civil penalties, the largest award that the department has recovered under the anti-discrimination provision of the Immigration and Nationality act (INA).

Related Resources

• Press Release: Justice Department Secures $25 Million Landmark Agreement with Apple to Resolve Employment Discrimination Allegations Based on Citizenship Status
• Attachment A: Back Pay Fund Claims