Sexual Harassment

Google employees walked out of work this past week to protest claims of sexual misconduct and harassment. They were part of an organized walkout at Google facilities across the world in response to a $90 million exit package given to the Android Software creator without disclosing it was due to an employee’s accusation of sexual…

With the advent of the #Metoo movement, and the explosion of high profile sexual harassment allegations, many workers who have faced similar situations still don’t know the proper steps to take to report workplace harassment. In fact, a recent report revealed that of the 12 percent of workers who say they’ve experienced sexual harassment on…

According to recent statistics, a substantial wage gap exists between men and women. For the last two decades, the gap has sat at around 20%, with men earning roughly one-fifth more than women. In some situations, where pay disparity exists, it may be possible to show sex discrimination. For example, if you are able to…

With heightened scrutiny being paid to sexual harassment and discrimination at the work place, Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. has announced that the federal judiciary will take steps to ensure that its employees are protected from harassment and discrimination.  The Chief Justice notes that the judiciary is “not immune” to such behavior. Last month Judge…

The recent high profile sexual harassment charges have been a watershed moment in United States history, exposing an all too common problem at American work places. It also raises a question about what employers should do when they learn of complaints against supervisors and/or co-workers acting inappropriately. When an employee complains about sexual harassment, failing…

The explosive allegations against Harvey Weinstein, and accusations that the Weinstein Company was aware of his behavior, but failed to do anything to stop it, raise many questions and concerns about work place harassment. Sexual harassment is prohibited by federal anti-discrimination law (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) and is considered a…

Sexual harassment and sexual assault are two serious issues that workplaces have to constantly be on the lookout for. Unfortunately, despite a culture which encourages anonymous whistleblowers and reporting those who perpetrate these acts, a number of people will still refuse to come forward, leaving perpetrators to walk away consequence-free. However, you can help your…

Sexual harassment and sexual discrimination are prohibited by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This means that your employer may not make decisions about your employment based on your sex or gender. Additionally, the law protects you from sexual harassment from an employer or colleague. While the law is fairly clear in…