Disney aggress to $43 million settlement over gender-pay lawsuit

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Disney has agreed to a $43 million settlement in a gender-pay lawsuit involving nearly 9,000 women.

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The lawsuit claimed women were paid less than their male counterparts.

In one case, an employee found a $20,000 pay gap compared to a less experienced coworker.

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Disney has not admitted fault but says it’s committed to fair pay.

The settlement is pending approval by a judge.

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