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Article: 7 Knights of Columbus sue order alleging series of unfair employment practices.
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- National Catholic Reporter
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- January 22, 1993
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NEW YORK - Seven current and former Knights of Columbus insurance agents have sued the order, alleging a series of unfair employment practices. The suit charges violations of antitrust laws, fraudulent misrepresentation and breach of fiduciary duties.
Filed Jan. 5 in Los Angeles Federal District Court, the suit named Supreme Knight Virgil Dechant and the organization's board of directors.
Knights spokesman Russell Shaw said, "We are quite confident we have not violated any regulations and have acted correctly in all matters."
The suit contends it has been filed on behalf of all Knights agents held under "captive" contract by the order and ...