Original sentence: Given B&H’s prior discriminatory practices, the lawsuit seeks $19 milion USD in compensatory and punitive damages in order to deter future discriminatory practices.In November 2009, a lawsuit against B&H Photo alleged that the store refused to hire women, in violation of New York City and New York State Human Rights Laws.In October 2007, it was announced that B&H Photo agreed to pay $4.3 million USD to settle allegations that it discriminated against Hispanic workers.Information about Pending Sex Discrimination Lawsuit.The lawsuit, brought by four women, seeks class action status on behalf of all women discriminated against by B&H over the course of many years