In 2022, Congress passed a law that makes it harder for employers to require arbitration in certain workplace cases. Some employees are now trying to use that law to keep sex discrimination lawsuits in court. A recent case in Connecticut shows the limits of that strategy: not every sex discrimination claim counts as sexual harassment, […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
If you’ve been accused of sexual harassment, you’re probably wondering if sexual harassment is a crime in Florida. The answer isn’t simple. That’s because “sexual harassment” is classified under sexual misconduct instead of as a specific criminal charge under Florida law. It can also be a grey area in both defining and proving it. However, […] The post Is Sexual Harassment a Crime in Florida? appeared first on Mike G Law.| Mike G Law
Highlights: Landmark cases have shaped how courts define sexual harassment. Victims can be women, men, and people of all backgrounds. Sexual harassment includes quid pro quo demands, hostile environments, and retaliation. Legal precedents in the #MeToo era continue to protect workers’ rights across industries. Workplace sexual harassment, which includes any unwelcome sexual behavior at work, […] The post Landmark Workplace Sexual Harassment Lawsuits first appeared on Manukyan Law Firm.| Manukyan Law Firm
This week, RALIANCE is uplifting some of our favorite podcasts about workplace sexual harassment in our "RALIANCE: Listening" series. The post RALIANCE Listening: Our Favorite Podcasts about Workplace Sexual Harassment appeared first on RALIANCE.| RALIANCE
Before we get to the law, let’s admit it: anytime a case involves a supervisor leaning in to whisper in someone’s ear, you can almost hear George Michael’s sax riff in the background. But as this recent federal court decision shows, not every whisper, awkward or otherwise, creates a viable harassment or retaliation claim. […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
We talk about the unique factors that make sexual misconduct at conferences possible and what employers can do to mitigate those factors. The post Making Work Conferences Safe from Sexual Misconduct appeared first on RALIANCE.| RALIANCE
In Kruitbosch v. Bakersfield Recovery Services, Inc., the California Court of Appeal—for the first time—addressed the issue of employer liability for harassment by a non-supervisory co-worker during non-working hours and off-premises conduct. A coworker (Lisa Sanders) of plaintiff Steven Kruitbosch allegedly subjected him to crude sexual advances at his home and via his personal cell...| California Employment Law Update
Since its enactment, the federal Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act has resulted in plaintiffs’ lawyers tacking on| California Employment Law Update
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran has strongly criticized the DMK-led government, accusing it of endangering the safety of school children and fostering| TheCommuneMag
In today’s workplace, a strong sexual harassment policy is essential. EEOC data show sexual harassment charges have risen for three straight years—5,581 (FY2021), 6,201 (FY2022), and 7,732 (FY2023)—even as monetary recoveries remained relatively steady. Against the backdrop of 81,055 total discrimination charges in FY2023, a zero tolerance policy at work is a clear, proactive step to protect employees and reduce risk.| Axcet HR Solutions Blog
"As for the fact of being a lecturer in bed with undergraduates in particular, there was no possibility of avoiding the charge that this was an abuse of my position." . Those are the words of Ted Honderich, now 85 years old and emeritus professor of philosophy of mind and logic at University College London. They were| Daily Nous - news for & about the philosophy profession
RALIANCE attended the New York Asian Film Festival to offer support for the world premiere and Q&A for the short film Ikigai (2024).| RALIANCE
When a customer harasses an employee, the EEOC says employers are liable if they knew or should have known and didn’t act. The Sixth Circuit says: not unless you intended it to happen. TL;DR: An employee claimed a customer sexually harassed her and her employer should be liable under Title VII and Michigan law. The […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
You think you’ve solved the problem. You separate the employee from the alleged harasser. You tell him not to contact her—ever. Years pass without incident. Then one day, the same two people ...| The Employer Handbook Blog
"My experiences have led me to believe that one of the best things that men in a professional field can do for feminism is to learn to take sexual and romantic rejection well." That's one of the observations of a philosopher, going by the pseudonym "Alex Rails", in the following guest post on issues at| Daily Nous - news for & about the philosophy profession
“It is inconceivable how a faculty member in the course of carrying out his work responsibilities could believe that the conduct would ever be appropriate,” the university’s provost wrote.| BuzzFeed News
We share YouTube videos that may serve to elevate your trainings and ongoing conversations about workplace sexual harassment. The post RALIANCE Watching: YouTube Videos About Workplace Sexual Harassment appeared first on RALIANCE.| RALIANCE
We discuss the factors that make park and campground employees more vulnerable to sexual misconduct and how to make these environments safer.| RALIANCE
In Part 3 of our series, we’ll look at the standard of proof, the conduct of interviews, how each country aims to protect confidentiality and whistleblowers, and privacy. (Part 1 covers the definition of ‘workplace’ harassment, investigation scoping and legal privilege. Part 2 covers who forms part of an investigation team, how location affects which laws apply to... Continue Reading| Employment Law Lookout
A guest post from N.E.. N.E. is a PhD Candidate in International Relations at the University of Sussex (UK), researching militarism and ecological injustice. She is also an Advisor to Scientists for Global Responsibility, Associated Researcher with the World Peace Foundation and author of the new report Resisting Green Militarism: Building Movements for Peace and Eco-Social Justice. **Disclaimer: none of the people … Continue reading Sex, Power & Play at Europe’s Largest Arms Fair| The Disorder Of Things
NDA ban: there could be unintended consequences that are mostly to the detriment of whistleblowers and those who have been harassed.| Personnel Today
In Part 2 of our series, we’ll look at who forms part of an investigation team, how location affects which laws apply to an investigation, notification and timing requirements. (Part 1 covers the definition of ‘workplace’ harassment, investigation scoping and legal privilege). #4 – Who should be part of the investigation team? The composition of the... Continue Reading| Employment Law Lookout
This isn’t a story about a rogue employee—it’s about the person running the show. TL;DR: The EEOC has filed a Title VII lawsuit against the owner of a hospitality group in Hawaii, alleging he subjected teenage and adult female employees to years of sexual harassment—much of it in front of other staff and guests. […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
TW: Sexual Harassment, Indecent Assault “Boy, you will regret denying me access to you, mark my words!”Usually, a light laugh would follow Mr. Smith’s every sentence but, for the first time, his sm…| Voices of Academia
Seyfarth recently hosted a webinar entitled ‘Managing Cross-Border Sexual Harassment Investigations in Australia and Asia’, addressing the practical considerations that employers should be aware of when investigating allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace. This webinar highlighted relevant laws and examples from Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Given the... Continue Reading| Workplace Law & Strategy
Explore landmark cases that paved the way for the current workplace sexual harassment laws, your rights if you experience misconduct, and how an attorney can help.| Manukyan Law Firm - Glendale Employment Law Attorney | Manukyan Law Firm
Conducting workplace investigations into sexual harassment claims is challenging, and especially so across borders. Multinational organisations that implement robust, cross border investigation procedures can significantly lower their risk of facing disputes and legal actions. In this webinar, Seyfarth partners will explore managing sexual harassment claims in the Asia Pacific region, where diverse legal landscapes and... Continue Reading| Workplace Law & Strategy
Hi all, its me again with a fresh new beef to toss onto the grill. This one requires some context. Lately, #MeToo, the movement started over a decade ago by Tarana Burke, has been absorbed into academic discourse. In the sciences, this has manifested into #MeTooSTEM and #MeTooPhD–with very vocal femmes and men in science […]| Tenure, She Wrote
Honestly my heart sank when I saw this morning’s front page of the Times: I don’t think that pubs are going to do this – but let’s look at what the Times is saying: Pubs could ban customers from speaking … Continue reading →| A Range of Reasonable Responses
Twenty-two female prisoners of conscience in Tehran's Evin Prison have publicly called for an end to the sexual harassment of| Zamaneh Media
Requirements of sexual harassment training - utilizing examples; the internal complaint process available to the employee; the legal recourse...| ELH / HR4Sight
A consultation on harassment and sexual misconduct suggests students and their universities are divided on what's needed. Sunday Blake and Livia Scott review a new condition of registration| Wonkhe
Were you sexually harassed at work? Learn California’s workplace sexual harassment laws and the steps for reporting sexual harassment to receive compensation.| Manukyan Law Firm - Glendale Employment Law Attorney | Manukyan Law Firm
Arbitrary and Capricious: Federal Judge Rejects and Ridicules Dept. of Education's Title IX Rule SAVE June 19, 2024 In April, the Department of Education issued its long-awaited Title IX Rule. In response, nine separate lawsuits| Save - Leading The Policy Movement For Fairness and Due Process On Campus
Schneider Shorts 12.04.2024 – three Shorts only this time, with a superconductive fraudster who lied about everything, a role model for WomenInSTEM in UK, and a sexual harasser first protecte…| For Better Science
Diane Stegmeier, Founder and CEO of Project WHEN (Workplace Harassment Ends Now), was recently interviewed by Courtney Godfrey, a reporter for Fox 9 News. Fox 9 is a television station licensed to Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, broadcasting the Fox network to the Twin Cities area| Project WHEN
Matthew Stegmeier, Project WHEN’s Director of Operations, sat for an interview with The Press Democrat, a daily newspaper with the largest circulation in California's North Bay, to discuss the pervasiveness of sexual harassment in the hotel and hospitality industry. The interview| Project WHEN
Our interview with the woman working to make sexual harassment and workplace discrimination training a requirement for Virginia employers How Anti-Harassment Training Legislation Benefits Employees and Employers Currently, sexual harassment prevention and workplace discrimination training is not| Project WHEN
How companies can overcome sexual harassment scandals in the workplace On July 1, 2020 the world witnessed Fox News’ announcement of the termination of Ed Henry due to allegations of sexual misconduct, demonstrating the organization’s commitment to squelching sexual harassment. Recognize| Project WHEN
