As seen in the Los Angeles Times The #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...
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Sexual Harassment
Overlooked industries where sexual harassment runs rampant
We regularly hear news stories of employees suffering sexual harassment in the entertainment, financial and tech industries. And these industries do have a lot of work to do to fix these frequent injustices. However, studies show that women in some less glamorous...
What is Quid Pro Quo Harassment in the Workplace?
The term quid pro quo literally means "something for something." In an employment situation, it usually refers to a type of illegal harassment. You may be a victim of quid pro quo harassment if your employer, manager or another supervisor at work tries to coerce you...
#MeToo Must Be Inclusive
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, the list of wealthy and powerful men who have been outed as sexual harassers, abusers and predators continues to grow. While high-profile cases involving ousted CEOs and shamed Hollywood producers dominate media headlines, those...
Cheerleaders File Sex Discrimination Suit Against Houston Texans
In the #MeToo era, working women in a range of jobs and industries are saying, "Enough." In a recent, shocking example, six former cheerleaders have taken legal action against the Houston Texans football team and cheerleading coach, alleging they worked in a hostile...
Why some women didn’t speak up: Confidentiality agreements
Every day, more accusations of sexual harassment are being made against powerful figures in politics, entertainment and the corporate world. Now, the role of confidentiality agreements and nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) is becoming a subject of scrutiny. In...