Shareholder Resolution Demands Investigation at Comcast
Philadelphia-based media corporation, Comcast, is facing a potential inquiry into its failure to protect employees from sexual harassment. Activist investment firm Arjuna Capital filed a resolution that would require the company to conduct an independent review of incidents of sexual harassment and how the company failed to prevent them. The firm wants a vote on […]
» Read More...March 12, 2020
Practical Tips for Workplace Romances
Lasting relationships start when two people meet on the job and begin dating. It is not uncommon for work to bring together likeminded people who end up becoming romantically involved. There is nothing inherently wrong with finding love at work, but dating a coworker can be complicated. No couple wants their employers dictating their dating […]
» Read More...March 3, 2020
Popular Lingerie Brand Under Sexual Harassment Allegations
Sexual harassment has plagued workplaces in the United States for decades, whether it be a small business or a fortune-making empire. Women are usually the victims of sexual harassment, with men making unwanted advances, violating and disrespecting a woman’s personal space and body. Recently, a sexual harassment scandal had been revealed that involves two major […]
» Read More...February 26, 2020
Sexual Harassment in New Jersey Politics
Recently, the first hearing of the Workgroup on Harassment, Sexual Assault and Misogyny in New Jersey Politics took place in Fort Lee. This panel discussion followed on the heels of NJ Advance Media and the Star-Ledger’s December 2019 report that focused on sexual assault and sexual harassment in state politics. The hearing had presentations by […]
» Read More...February 21, 2020
Famed New York City Restaurant Closes After Sexual Harassment Allegations
A famous New York City restaurant is closing after the release of multiple sexual harassment allegations against its owner. The victims included 11 women who worked at the Spotted Pig restaurant. The New York Attorney General stated that the victims suffered from a hostile and unsafe work environment. The victims dealt with multiple acts of […]
» Read More...February 20, 2020
Governor Signs Bill Banning NDAs in Work Sexual Harassment Cases
Governor Phil Murphy signed a bill banning non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) from being used by New Jersey employers regarding workplace sexual harassment cases. Senate Bill 121, which was signed on Monday, will allow victims the ability to be transparent about the trauma they experienced in the workplace without repercussions from their employers regarding their settlement. Any […]
» Read More...March 19, 2019
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
