In what has become a troubling trend for Missouri Department of Corrections, another employee has won a sexual harassment lawsuit against the department. The state paid out another $600,000 to settle a lawsuit brought on by Michelle Findley, a prison guard, who said that male employees referred to her using sexually derogatory names. Findley, who… Read More
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#MeToo Campaign Puts Workplace Sexual Misconduct in the Spotlight
It began amid the allegations made by high-profile actresses against Harvey Weinstein. They reported that Weinstein had used his position as a producer and the co-founder of Miramax to lure aspiring actresses into his hotel room with promises that if they performed sexual favors for him, it would help their careers. In addition, at least… Read More
Waitresses at IHOP Take Sexual Misconduct Case to Federal Court
11 women and one man are taking their case to Federal Court against the International House of Pancakes. The plaintiffs allege that managers at the IHOPs that they worked for in Glen Carbon and Alton, Illinois acted indifferently amid their numerous complaints of sexual harassment and misconduct against staff. The lawsuit comes at the same… Read More
Former Employees Fight City Hall Over Failure to Investigate Sexual Harassment Claim
Reporting instances of inappropriate behavior to a supervisor, boss, or human resources administrator should not be a difficult process. Employees are entitled to a safe, comfortable workplace. More often than not, when sexual harassment lawsuits are brought to employment attorneys, it is because a company has failed the basic standard of protecting its employees in… Read More
Colorado River Fire and Rescue Faces Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Over the past few months, movements such as Me Too and Time’s Up have led to a growing awareness of sexual harassment and gender discrimination in the work place. Women from all walks of life have come forward to share their stories and draw attention to the inequality women in the workplace face on a… Read More
Colorado Forest Service History of Sexual Harassment Exposed
PBS NewsHour’s recent report exposing a hostile work environment and numerous instances of sexual harassment in the Colorado United States Forest Service has placed the agency under extreme scrutiny. Prior to the allegations, the Forest Service made numerous claims that outlined training to prevent sexual harassment in the form of assaults, intimidation, or other inappropriate… Read More
Bill to Force Arbitration in Workplace Discrimination Lawsuits Dies
A bill that would have forced Missouri’s workers to settle workplace discrimination lawsuits through private arbitration as opposed to the courts has died in committee. The bill would have strengthened the enforceability of employee contracts that require employees to settle workplace discrimination lawsuits via private arbitration as opposed to the court. The bill would have… Read More
More Sexual Misconduct Complaints Against Missouri Legislature
Since strengthening its policies against sexual harassment complaints in 2015, the Missouri legislature has faced twice as many allegations of sexual misconduct as it did in the two years prior. Whether this is a result of more misconduct being committed by legislators or it is the impact of having created an environment in which victims… Read More
Amendments to Missouri Human Rights Act Shield Perpetrators of Sexual Misconduct
Among the many obstacles that Missouri’s Senate Bill 43 placed in front of Missouri workers attempting to receive compensation for employer malfeasance, it also shielded those responsible for perpetrating sexual misconduct in the workplace from being directly held accountable. An employee can still sue his or her employer for fostering a hostile work environment, but… Read More
Sexual Misconduct in California Job Training Program for Disabled Individuals
Worldwide, individuals with disabilities face social barriers and experience discrimination in situations across a broad spectrum of locations on a daily basis. These include opportunities to enjoy public buildings and community events, to participate in athletic events, and access to educational and employment opportunities, among others. In the United States, the Americans with Disabilities Act… Read More