Cognizant Faces Legal Setback In US Over Discrimination Claims

A US court ruled against Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation in a case alleging unfair treatment of non-Indian employees in favour of H1-B visa holders. The company faces punitive damages and intends to fight the ruling.

The court has ordered the corporation to pay punitive damages, although the exact sum has not been determined. Cognizant has expressed displeasure with the decision and aims to appeal, emphasising its commitment to establishing an open and diverse workplace where discrimination is not permitted. Christy Palmer vs. Cognizant was originally filed in 2017, with charges dating back to 2013.