Sexual Harassment

Did LSU Deliberately Cover Up Sexual Harassment And Misconduct? Seven female students filed a federal class-action lawsuit against Louisiana State University (LSU) for covering up numerous instances of alleged sexual harassment, discrimination and assault. Defendants...

Female employees at Pacific Investment Management Company (PIMCO) are seeking justice for what they describe as a “fraternity culture” favoring white men. Women involved in the lawsuit filed last November allege that they suffered harassment and discrimination due to...

Former Boston firefighter Nathalie Fontanez obtained a $3.2 million settlement against the City of Boston for suffering gender discrimination, harassment, and retaliation at the Boston Fire Department after she reported a workplace sexual assault. Ms. Fontanez’s legal...

While the #MeToo movement has seemingly permeated all parts of society, a recent study shows that not all industries have equally benefitted from its message. This year, Women Who Tech surveyed more than 1,000 Employees, founders, and investors to explore whether they...

The Court of Master Sommeliers has always carried an air of prestige. This group is comprised of the most skilled wine tasters in the world, all of whom have undergone rigorous training and testing to earn the title of master sommelier. Since its founding in 1997,...

In one of the largest verdicts ever for an employment sexual harassment case, won a $58.25 million verdict on behalf of Mahim Khan- $50 million in punitive damages and $8.25 million in compensatory damages after she suffered battery,...

As seen in the Los Angeles TimesThe #MeToo movement has elevated the voices of sexual assault victims, making it more likely that victims will come forward. But movement supporters are wrong to attack confidential settlement agreements that can help vulnerable victims...