When seeking a strategy to attack damages in a litigation, defense lawyers make it their mission to use anything and everything at their disposal to strengthen the case of their client. In today’s digital age, this means taking to the web and using a wide range of internet resources, which can include access to a […]
Category: Sexual Harassment
Happy Hour, Company Outings, and Sexual Harassment: Does the Line End at the Close of Company Work Hours?
Many employers want to build morale and esprit de corps by encouraging after hours events, like happy hours, company sports leagues, cookouts, etc. While these events can be a great way for employers to get to know their employees, and for workers to socialize with one another off the clock, they can also create questions […]
Race Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Suit Against Queens McDonalds
This past summer, two employees of a McDonalds located in Queens, New York, filed a lawsuit against their employer, alleging both sexual harassment and racial discrimination. Both employees, who are black women, allege that their supervisor, a white man, inappropriately touched them and made remarks that degraded them based on their race. This case, Harris, […]
8 Things You Need to Know if You’re a Victim of Sexual Harassment at Work
If you have been a victim of sexual harassment at work, you are likely flooded with emotions. You may have trouble deciding what to do and how to proceed at work. Here are some tips to help guide you during this difficult time Avoid the temptation to quit right away. It is understandable to want […]
Sexual Harassment Suit Against a Wall Street Firm
A former NYG Capital employee, Hanna Bouveng, sued the Wall Street firm for sexual harassment. She accuses the multi-national, billion dollar company of sexual harassment and unlawful termination based on the behavior of CEO Benjamin Wey. The suit accuses Wey of being a “virulent sexual harasser and stalker.” Bouveng alleges that she was subjected to […]
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace – Do You Have a Case?
Sexual harassment can occur at any workplace, anywhere in the country. It encompasses a variety of behaviors that are targeted against someone due to his or her sex. Though many people think they know what sexual harassment is, or isn’t, the reality is often more complex. The following are some myths that many people believe. […]
What You Can Do About Quid pro Quo Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Sexual harassment makes people feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, afraid, and angry. If you feel this way, you may be a victim of sexual harassment. It’s important to understand what type of sexual harassment you’re experiencing, so you can take the correct steps in getting what you deserve. About Quid pro Quo Sexual Harassment Quid pro quo […]
Reporting Sexual Harassment to Upper Management
Does your supervisor tell you how wonderful you look, or how you two would make a great couple? Maybe your supervisor is more explicit and makes sexual references in the workplace. These types of actions and many others can constitute sexual harassment in the workplace. The challenge for you is deciding what to do when […]
What You Need to Know Before Suing for Sexual Harassment
You are a victim of sexual harassment. After months of abuse, you decide it is time to sue your employer. You plan to get an attorney, quit your job, and sue. While you are right to stand up against harassment, you may not be ready to file a lawsuit. Before you can sue your employer, […]