Push for Change in State Government’s Response Efforts
A New Jersey state employee has tried for a year to no avail to get government authorities to act against a man, who now works in the state Governor’s administration, she alleges sexually assaulted her. Speaking with The Wall Street Journal, the woman shared that she wants to see a change in how such allegations […]
» Read More...December 18, 2018
Not All Sexual Harassment Victims Can Get to Court
Most people who follow current events with high-profile sexual harassment cases in the entertainment industry and government know that this type of harassment in the workplace is prohibited by law. What most may not know until it affects them or a loved one is that a significant percentage of U.S. workers are exempt from the […]
» Read More...December 7, 2018
Target Accused in Sexual Harassment Case
Cases of sexual harassment have been making headlines across the United States in 2018, and Target Corporation, the second-largest retailer in the United States, is the subject of a new lawsuit. An employee of a Minnesota store has claimed that she was denied a promotion after refusing sexual advances from a manager. Not only was […]
» Read More...November 27, 2018
Is Workplace Sexual Harassment in New Jersey Getting Better?
It seems like every day a new victim comes forward with their own allegations of abuse perpetrated by a prominent public figure. With all this awareness about sexual harassment, the impact it has on its victims, and the consequences facing abusers, you might assume workplace sexual harassment would be on the decline. Yet, a recent […]
» Read More...November 20, 2018
Serena Williams Fined at U.S. Open
At the women’s singles championship match at this year’s U.S. Open, Serena Williams, a tennis phenom of nearly 20 years, faced a new and talented challenger, Naomi Osaka. Serena, returning to the competitive sport within a year of giving birth, was issued a warning when her coach signaled her from the stands. She claimed not […]
» Read More...November 13, 2018
Improving Company Sexual Harassment Policies
Companies are taking a hard look at their sexual harassment policies. Employees in industries across the board have been speaking out, and it is becoming clear that many businesses have policies that are not up to the new standard. The new path toward better sexual harassment policies is not a clear one, and these types […]
» Read More...November 6, 2018
The #MeToo Movement’s Generational Divide
The #MeToo movement grows bigger every day, and as its momentum builds, subgroups within it are voicing opposing viewpoints. Going back several generations, sexual harassment was perceived differently, and the opinions of older women are not necessarily in line with younger ones. Victims from past decades had different experiences, and in many cases, they simply […]
» Read More...October 30, 2018
Buffalo Wild Wings Under Sexual Harassment Claims
Sexual harassment claims were made against a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. The lawsuit was filed against the restaurant chain, which includes Blazin Wings and JK and T Wings, in August by a female server who alleged that she endured sexual harassment and retaliation by her manager. Both the Federal Civil Rights […]
» Read More...October 24, 2018
Massage Therapists and Sexual Harassment
Massages are a popular way to unwind, relieve muscle aches, reduce tension, and even assist in the healing process after surgeries and injuries. However, there have recently been several accounts of massage therapists touching clients inappropriately. In fact, Massage Envy, a spa franchise, has had approximately 200 reports of sexual harassment and assault. Although one […]
» Read More...October 16, 2018
Women Accused of Sexual Harassment in the #MeToo Movement
When most of us think of sexual harassment in the workplace, we usually think of a man subjecting a woman to unwanted sexual advances. Sometimes these advances are subtle comments or jokes, and sometimes they are in the form of groping, assault, or rape. In fact, sexual harassment is defined as any unwanted sexual advance […]
» Read More...October 5, 2018
