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SHRM loses service dog trial, owes former job applicant $400K
Summary by Layoffs News Editorial Desk Emilie Shumway , as published by HR Dive
· October 13, 2026
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While SHRM strongly decried the decision and said it was considering an appeal, attorneys for the plaintiff vowed to “vigorously defend” the judgment.
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