December 17, 2024
Dr. Phillip Johnson’s Expert Testimony is a Key Factor in Palmer v. Cognizant Technology Solutions
Testimony by Dr. Phillip Johnson was pivotal for the plaintiff class securing a jury verdict in the Palmer v. Cognizant Technology Solutions case, a major employment discrimination lawsuit.
Dr. Johnson conducted sophisticated statistical analyses that revealed stark disparities between the bench termination rates of South Asian and non-South Asian employees at Cognizant. His rigorous analysis showed that non-South Asian employees were 8.4 times more likely to be terminated from the bench than their South Asian counterparts, a disparity exceeding 75 standard deviations. Using a regression methodology, Dr. Johnson demonstrated that these disparities persisted even after accounting for variables like education and experience. The jury found Dr. Johnson’s testimony compelling, leading to a jury verdict finding that Cognizant had engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination.
With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Johnson specializes in the analysis of economic and statistical issues in class action, employment, antitrust, and intellectual property matters. His work in this case highlights Econ One’s dedication to providing clear, methodologically sound economic analysis, helping courts and juries understand complex statistical evidence.