Google Settles Discrimination Lawsuit for $28 Million

Tech giant Google has agreed to a $28 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit that accused the company of favoring white and Asian employees over other minority groups in hiring, salary, and promotions.

The lawsuit, initially filed by former employee Ana Cantu in 2021, alleged that Hispanic, Latino, Native American, and other underrepresented workers were often placed in lower-paying roles and given fewer career advancement opportunities compared to their white and Asian colleagues.

The settlement applies to more than 6,600 Google employees in California who worked at the company between February 15, 2018, and December 31, 2024. After deducting legal expenses, approximately $20.4 million will be distributed among the affected employees.

Despite agreeing to the settlement, Google denied any wrongdoing, stating that it remains committed to fair hiring and pay practices. “We continue to disagree with the claims made in the lawsuit, but we are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all employees,” the company said in a statement.

A judge in California’s Santa Clara County Superior Court has given preliminary approval for the settlement, with a final hearing scheduled for September 11, 2025.