The promotion of a female employee sparked rumors about how she slept with her supervisor to get the job. The manager’s decision to spread those rumors and then fire the employee for complaining about it ...
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, legislatures throughout the country have begun mandating sexual harassment training for all (or nearly all) workers and supervisors. At present, five states (California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, and New ...
The State of New York recently enacted a law requiring employers to take specific actions to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The New York State Division of Human Rights has now issued guidance for ...
A new federal appeals court ruling invoked the #MeToo movement to make it harder for employers to defend against sexual harassment claims lodged against supervisors Sheri Minarsky endured several years of sexually oriented conduct directed ...
Koko the Gorilla, who died recently at the age of 46, reportedly could use 1,000 sign language words correctly and understood perhaps 1,000 more. Unfortunately, some of her words may have stirred up some true ...
A bipartisan group of legislators has proposed an amendment to the definition of “sexual harassment” under the Minnesota Human Rights Act (“MHRA”). The amendment would remove the requirement that sexually-oriented behavior must be “severe or ...
A convenience store clerk was fired after burning a sexually harassing customer with her cigarette. However, her lawsuit claiming sexual harassment went down in flames. Lauren Hales was working at Casey’s in Burlington, Iowa, when ...
The #MeToo movement has recently brought to light on the prevalence of sexual assault and harassment, especially in the workplace. Employers must take all reports of misconduct seriously, investigate the matter, and take appropriate disciplinary ...
