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EEOC Files Sexual Harassment Claim against Sports Bar Chain
The EEOC has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court alleging that managers at an Albuquerque sports bar have sexually harassed female employees. The sports bar, Ojas Locos Sports Cantina, is a Texas-based chain. The EEOC’s allegations cite sexual harassment by both managers and co-workers and alleges that since 2014 the women had received Read More
Read MorePower and Sexual Harassment
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, understanding why sexual harassment occurs so frequently in the workplace has become a topic of interest among many. Ultimately, most sexual harassment comes down to power. Men tend to have the highest-paying jobs in the workplace, even in jobs that predominantly employ women. The power imbalance between men Read More
Read MoreUsing Smartphones to Report Discrimination
The #MeToo movement has brought to light just how many victims of sexual harassment and discrimination never speak up. Now, smartphone app developers are introducing a new way for victims to report discrimination. Apps such as JDoe and Callisto allow individuals to report sexual harassment and discrimination via an app, rather than requiring an in-person Read More
Read MoreThe Early Aftermath of the #MeToo Movement
It has been about one year since the evolution of the #MeToo movement. During that time, at least 201 high-ranking male executives have been called out on allegations of sexual harassment. A look at their replacements reveals that of the 122 people who have replaced these men, 69 are male and 53 are female. The Read More
Read MoreErnst & Young Faces Another Sexual Harassment Claim
Ernst & Young, one of the “big four” accounting firms, has been hit with another sexual harassment complaint. This newest complaint is the second in a year that alleges the firm has a culture of lewd behavior and discrimination against women. A former female partner claims that her supervisor routinely commented on her breasts, made Read More
Read MoreBarnes & Noble Fires CEO for Sexual Harassment Allegations
Barnes & Noble previously described its termination of its CEO Demos Parneros as a decision based on Parneros’ violations of company policies, but now say the CEO was fired for sexual harassment and bullying behavior, in addition to other violations of company policies, according to allegations. This news comes in the wake of a claim Read More
Read MoreCalifornia Legislators Pass Two Bills in Response to the #MeToo Movement
California lawmakers have responded to the #MeToo movement by passing two bills aimed at giving more rights to victims of sexual misconduct. In order for the bills to become law, they will have to be signed by the governor. One bill focuses on non-disclosure agreements. Currently, settlements can include confidentiality requirements to keep the victim Read More
Read MoreOhio Judge to Face Discipline for Sexual Harassment
An Ohio Court of Appeals judge has been accused of sexual harassment by two women. A disciplinary hearing was held at the Ohio Supreme Court before the Disciplinary Counsel, which has recommended an indefinite suspension of his law license. One of the women accusing the judge of harassment was a former intern, whom the judge Read More
Read MoreNike Faces Gender Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Two women have filed a lawsuit against sportswear giant Nike Inc., alleging that the company discriminated against the women in pay and career advancement and allowed a sexually hostile work environment to persist. This comes as just the latest development for the company amid scrutiny into the company’s workplace culture. The lawsuit, filed in the Read More
Read MoreDOJ Files Second Lawsuit for Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The Department of Justice is stepping in for the second time this year to combat sexual harassment in the workplace. The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against a government contractor providing support to teachers in Allegan County, Michigan, on behalf of two teachers who say they experienced sexual harassment at work. Both teachers claim that Read More
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