Attorney Gloria Allred of Allred Maroko & Goldberg represents two of the eleven women who have accused New York Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment, and/or inappropriate physical touchings, and retaliation. Cuomo announced his resignation on August 10 after...
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Can Activision Blizzard Reverse its Culture of Harassment and Inequality?
On July 20th, California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) filed a lawsuit against Activision Blizzard alleging years of misconduct. The popular gaming company behind World of Warcraft and Candy Crush faces multiple allegations of sexual harassment,...
Both Microsoft and its Founder Have a Poor History of Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Female Microsoft employees have reported numerous instances of sexual misconduct over the past few decades. Recently, allegations of improper workplace misconduct have surfaced against its co-founder Bill Gates, known globally as the billionaire philanthropist and...
Did LSU Cover Up Student-Athlete 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 in the lawsuit include University leadership, athletic...
Investment management firm PIMCO faces accusations of sexual discrimination, harassment, and retaliation
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...
Allred, Maroko & Goldberg win $3.2 million settlement for female firefighter who suffered sexual harassment and retaliation
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...
Has The #MeToo Movement Had Any Impact On The Tech Workplace?
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...
7 Members of prestigious sommelier organization are suspended after sexual harassment allegations
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,...
Allred, Maroko & Goldberg obtains close to $65 million in two verdicts against billionaire entrepreneur, Alkiviades “Alki” David, for sexual misconduct against his former employees
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,...
Assault victims have every right to keep their trauma and their settlements private
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...