Coach’s Age Discrimination Lawsuit Fails, Illustrates that Nepotism Is Not Discrimination

By Gary J. Chester Employment discrimination claims tend to be difficult cases. The standard of proof is high and there is rarely “smoking gun” evidence to support the plaintiff’s assertions. And if the employer can prove any legitimate reason for its action, the claim is subject to dismissal. Nepotism is a lawful basis for an employer’s job action. It is as prevalent in sports as in any industry, perhaps more so. That is one of the takeaways from Reinebold v. Indiana University at