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Risk and other factors
Legal actions
In March 2008 a class lawsuit for an unspecified amount was filed against Sterling Jewelers Inc, a subsidiary of Signet Group plc, in the New York federal court. The lawsuit alleges that US store-level employment practices are discriminatory as to compensation and promotional activities. The Group denies these allegations and intends to defend them vigorously.