Category Archives: Sexual harassment

Kissing, Fondling, Propositioning, Questioning and Describing (Sex) Add Up To A Sexual Harassment Trial

On August 8, 2011, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit reversed the District of Maryland’s grant of summary judgment for the City of Baltimore in a hostile work environment, quid pro quo sexual harassment, and retaliation … Continue reading

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4th Circuit Reverses Dismissal of Sexual Harassment Case

In EEOC v. Fairbrook Medical Clinic, the Fourth Circuit reversed the grant of summary judgment for the defendant on the plaintiff’s hostile work environment claim.   More after the break.

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Western District of Virginia Refuses to Dismiss Sexual Harassment Suit

In the face of allegations of repeated harassing behavior over the course of two years, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia recently denied a Motion to Dismiss claims of sexual harassment, retaliation and constructive discharge.  More … Continue reading

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Halloween Costumes May Come Back To Haunt You

A decision by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court shows that an inappropriate Halloween constume may come back to haunt you.  The Court affirmed a jury verdict in favor of an employer over the appeal of the plaintiff, who claimed that allowing the … Continue reading

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4th Circuit Reverses Dismissal Of Race And Gender Harassment Suit

In a rare published opinion, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit reversed the pretrial dismissal of a race and sex harassment lawsuit on summary judgment.  The court’s opinion in EEOC v. Central Wholesalers, Inc. can be found … Continue reading

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At What Level Of Management Is Knowledge Of Sexual Harassment Attributed To A Company?

The Third Circuit recently resolved a sexual harassment case against the employee/plaintiff, concluding that someone higher in authority than a “supervisor” must have knowledge of the harassment and/or complaint in order for that knowledge to be imputed to the company … Continue reading

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Further Reflection On Reeves

The Ohio Employer’s Law Blog has a post today with additional reflection on the Reeves case, posted immediately below.

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Sexual Remarks Not Directed At Plaintiff, And Radio Show, Constitute Sexual Harassment

In Reeves v. C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit overturned the entry of summary judgment in a sexual harassment case, finding that alleged sexual remarks do not have to be directed at the plaintiff … Continue reading

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NY Law Firm Files Pre-Emptive Suit Against Rape Claimant

Law.com reports today that a New York law firm has filed a pre-emptive lawsuit against a woman who is making rape allegations against her former boss, a firm partner.  The story is here.  This story follows several recent posts on this … Continue reading

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Rob Lowe’s Nanny Files Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

A former nanny for actor Rob Lowe’s children has filed sexual harassment and assault claims against Lowe.  The nanny is represented by attorney Gloria Alred.  MSNBC has the story here. 

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