Supreme Court Issues Unanimous Decision
Supreme Court Expands Religious Rights at Work
The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously sided with Gerald Groff,
a Pennsylvania postal worker who argued the Postal Service violated his religious rights by requiring him to deliver mail on Sundays.
“This is a victory for religious freedom,” Groff said, expressing hope his case helps others.
For decades, employers relied on a 1977 precedent allowing them to deny religious accommodations for minimal costs.
The Court ruled this standard was too lenient,
stating employers must now grant accommodations unless they can prove it causes
“substantial increased costs” or undue hardship.
Justice Samuel Alito emphasized that Title VII requires respecting workers’ religious practices while keeping workplaces fair.
Advocates hailed the decision as a step forward for faith protections, though some unions worry about scheduling challenges.
Legal experts say the ruling will reshape workplace policies nationwide,
compelling employers to take religious accommodation requests more seriously.
