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Female Farm Workers Win Sexual Harassment Suit
July 23rd, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
FLORIDA – A group of female workers at a Florida tomato farm have won a sexual harassment lawsuit.
According to the suit, DiMare Ruskin, one of Florida’s largest growers, was found guilty of harboring a hostile work environment in which several female workers experienced unwanted sexual advances and touching, despite coming forward with complaints.
The plaintiffs also claimed that after they brought the complaints to management, they were fired in retaliation.
The women then turned to the EEOC, which filed the lawsuit against DiMare last year in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
This week, the EEOC announced that the company will have to pay a $150,000 settlement to the sexual harassment victims.
As part of the settlement, DiMare is required to implement an anti-harassment policy, create a system for employees to submit harassment complaints, and provide training about the EEOC’s anti-discrimination laws. In addition, the company also has to report to the EEOC regarding sexual harassment complaints for the next three years.
Sexual harassment is prevalent at many farms, with women being the majority of the victims. However, anyone can become the target of a sexual predator. Both men and women can be offenders or victims and either can be of any age, race or sexual orientation.
Luckily, help is available to all sexual harassment victims to seek justice for their pain and suffering. If you have been subjected to unwanted sexual abuse, turn to a sexual harassment lawyer to file a case.
Sexual harassment lawyers ensure the perpetrator is held accountable for their actions and will fight for your rights so you can obtain compensation for what you have endured.
Don’t let another moment go by and contact a sexual harassment attorney immediately to discuss your options and file a case.
Silicon Valley Venture Capital Firm Accused of Gender Discrimination and Retaliation
July 20th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
CALIFORNIA – A prominent Silicon Valley’s venture capital firm must go to court for a gender discrimination and retaliation lawsuit.
San Francisco Superior Court Judge Harold Kahn denied Kleiner, Perkins, Caulfield & Byers’ request for a “closed door” litigation process and the trial will now be public.
The lawsuit was filed by Ellen Pao, 42, a junior partner who joined the firm in 2005, on May 10. Pao alleges senior partners at the firm failed to stop a colleague from harassing her after she ended a sexual relationship with him.
Pao also alleges the firm discriminates against women, making it difficult for them to advance their careers and pay at the same rate as their male colleagues.
The firm denies the allegations, contending it was not her gender, but Pao’s job performance that prevented her from advancing.
Pao is currently still working at the firm.
Women like Pao face sexual harassment at work on a daily basis. However, despite the majority of victims being female, anyone can be the target of unwanted sexual acts. Victims can be of any age, gender, sexual orientation, or race. Equally, harassers don’t always fit a stereotypical mold.
Regardless of who is victimized or by whom, it is important for victims to know help is available to them. No one should have to suffer in a hostile work environment, so if you or someone you know has been discriminated against or abused, turn to a sexual harassment attorney immediately to take legal action.
Sexual harassment lawyers do whatever they can to ensure the offender is apprehended and brought to justice as well as see to it you obtain compensation for your pain and suffering. Contact a sexual harassment lawyer today to file a case and defend your rights.
Complaint Filed Over Same-Sex Female Sexual Harassment
July 13th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
A complaint has been filed against a female manager at a Long Island-based national women’s organization over sexual harassment.
Krissy DeMonte allegedly engaged in repeated sexual harassment incidents against females at the National Association of Professional Women in Garden City between September 2010 and March 2012.
According the complaint, DeMonte would slap several women on the buttocks, calling them names like “vixen,” “cutie” and “hottie,” in addition to insulting them.
“She’d say you’re hot, you’re sexy, no wonder why all the guys love you,” said one of the alleged victims, plaintiff Monique McCabe to The NY Post. “I was extremely humiliated. I felt disempowered. I didn’t know what to do. I felt lost.”
McCabe’s colleague, Crystal Alexander, said she suffered similar sexual abuse.
“She would pass my desk, and while I was standing up she would smack me on my behind, grab my butt and pinch me as well,” said Alexander.
McCabe and Alexander complained to the company’s human-resources department, but when word of the complaint reached DeMonte, McCabe claims she became hostile and retaliated against them by writing them up and eventually firing them.
A provocative Facebook photo in which DeMonte is depicted shoving another woman’s face into her breasts has been used in the case as evidence of her behavior.
Many people are under the misconception that sexual harassment only occurs between a man and a woman, with the man as the perpetrator. However, as this incident demonstrates, sexual harassment can occur between anyone, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. If you have been subjected to unwanted sexual abuse, turn to a sexual harassment lawyer immediately to file a case.
Sexual harassment lawyers will defend your right to a workplace free of hostility and will see to it that you obtain compensation for your pain and suffering.
Stopping Sexual Harassment in Minnesota
June 20th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
Sexual harassment is defined by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) as any “Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitutes sexual harassment when submission to or rejection of this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects an individual’s employment, unreasonably interferes with an individual’s work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment.”
Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination and can happen to anyone, regardless of who they are or what position they hold. Both victims and harassers may be of any race, age, gender, or sexual orientation, and victims and their offenders may even be of the same sex. Sexual harassment may occur just once, or persist frequently. But regardless of the individual circumstances surrounding each case, it is important for victims in Minnesota to know they have options.
In Minnesota, every employer should have a written policy defining sexual harassment and other forms of harassment at the workplace, stating that the employer will not tolerate said harassment, encouraging victims to come forward and file a complaint, as well as assure a prompt and confidential investigation and resolution of the incident. Minnesota law also ensures that those responsible for the harassment, as well as any supervisors who did nothing about the incident, are held accountable for their actions.
If you or someone you know has suffered unwanted acts of sexual assault or discrimination in Minnesota, turn to a Minnesota sexual harassment lawyer for help immediately. Your attorney will ensure the offender is brought to justice and will also make sure you obtain compensation for your pain and suffering.
Don’t waste any time and schedule a consultation with an experienced Minnesota sexual harassment attorney today to discuss your options and file a case.
Wayne Newton Accused of Sexual Harassment
June 18th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
LAS VEGAS, NV – Las Vegas staple Wayne Newton has recently been accused of several crimes, including animal abuse and sexual harassment, which he fervently denies.
Newton’s attorneys have denied all allegations against the entertainer. A business associate of Newton’s came forward with the claims in a lawsuit against him, saying he is guilty of mismanagement, animal abuse and sexual harassment.
According to documents filed Wednesday in Nevada state court, the lawsuit was filed two weeks ago by the company that bought the rights to convert Newton’s home into a tourist attraction. However, Newton and his lawyers say the accusations are “scurrilous and scandalous.”
Attorney Bryce Kunimoto told The Associated Press that he is confident the case will be dropped. He added that he believes it all boils down to a business dispute.
Both parties are due before a Clark County District Court judge Thursday regarding a restraining order that Newton is seeking against the accusers.
Sexual harassment is something that can occur anywhere and to anyone. Victims can be of any age, gender, race, or sexual orientation and so can the offenders. While many may think that sexual harassment is limited to physical misconduct, it can include a wide range of incidents, from a mild sexual joke someone overhears to a request for sexual favors in exchange for benefits.
No matter what the harassment entails, it is important for all victims to know that they are protected against sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been victimized in Nevada, seek legal help immediately.
Nevada sexual harassment lawyers work diligently to ensure the perpetrator is brought to justice and that victims obtain compensation for their pain and suffering. They will make sure victims’ rights are upheld.
Call a Nevada sexual harassment attorney today.
Sexual Harassment and Discrimination in New Mexico
June 13th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
Sexual harassment includes any unwelcome and unwanted conduct that is sexual in nature. Sexual harassment can occur anywhere and at any time in New Mexico. Right now, someone is suffering at the hands of a sexual predator, be it because they are soliciting them for sex or commenting on their figure. While sexual harassment victims often find it difficult to come forward, it is important for victims to know they can seek help.
Sexual harassment is considered a form of discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) defines sexual harassment as, “Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitutes sexual harassment when submission to or rejection of this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects an individual’s employment, unreasonably interferes with an individual’s work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment.”
Anyone who has been subjected to workplace abuse in New Mexico does not have to put up with it anymore. Whether you or someone you know was propositioned for sex in exchange for benefits, were made fun of because of their sexual orientation, or sustained a physical attack, including unwanted touching or rape, seek the help of a New Mexico sexual harassment lawyer immediately.
With the help of a top attorney, you will obtain compensation for your pain and suffering, which could equal millions of dollars in money damages, lost wages and even medical care. Your lawyer will see to it that the offender is brought to justice and make sure they never harm you or another person again.
Don’t waste any time and speak to a top New Mexico sexual harassment attorney immediately to file a case and protect your rights.
Fighting Sexual Harassment and Predators in North Dakota
June 13th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome or unwanted behavior or advance that is sexual in nature. Sexual harassment can happen at any time and any place, even in North Dakota. Anyone can be a victim, regardless of gender, age, race, or sexual orientation, so it is important for all who have encountered a sexual offender to know they have rights protecting them against that type of behavior.
Although there are different forms of sexual harassment, from verbal abuse such as a crude joke, to physical, such as rape, one fact remains the same: no one should be subjected to workplace abuse. If you or a loved one have been harassed by a sexual offender in North Dakota, speak to a sexual harassment attorney immediately to take legal action against the perpetrator.
As a victim of harassment, you may be entitled to thousands, or even millions of dollars for your pain and suffering, and your North Dakota sexual harassment lawyer will ensure that you are compensated with the maximum possible benefits. Your legal representative will also work diligently to ensure the perpetrator is held accountable for their actions and never harms you or anyone else again.
Victims of sexual harassment are often scared and embarrassed to come forward to seek help. They may be worried of the repercussions in fighting against the offender and may fear they will lose their job or suffer from retaliation. The truth is that unless you do something about the incident and seek legal help, the behaviors will most likely continue and may even happen with a new victim.
Speak to a North Dakota sexual harassment attorney to discuss your options and to ensure that you don’t ever have to deal with a hostile work environment again.
How to Deal with Sexual Harassment in Oklahoma
June 6th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) defines sexual harassment as any “unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitutes sexual harassment when submission to or rejection of this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects an individual’s employment, unreasonably interferes with an individual’s work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment.”
Although sexual harassment occurs on a daily basis, not all victims take a stand against it. Sexual harassment can happen to anyone and in any place, regardless of the age of the victim, gender, race, or sexual orientation. It can include something mild, like a general lewd joke that was overheard by someone else, a quid pro quo request for a sexual favor in exchange for a promotion or raise, or in worst cases, a violent attack, such as rape.
No matter what the individual situation is, sexual harassment can leave a lasting negative impact on the victim that can take years, if ever, to heal. If you or someone you know has suffered at the hands of a sexual offender in Oklahoma, speak to a sexual harassment lawyer as soon as possible to file a case.
Oklahoma sexual harassment attorneys ensure the unwanted behavior ceases immediately and that the perpetrator is brought to justice. They will fight for your rights and will see to it you never have to suffer fromworkplace abuse again. Your lawyer will also make sure you obtain compensation for your pain and suffering, which may include millions of dollars in money damages and lost wages.
No one should ever have to suffer in a hostile work environment. Turn to a sexual harassment lawyer in Oklahoma today to discuss your options and get started on your case.
Missouri Workers Can Stop Sexual Harassment
June 5th, 2012
Posted in Sexual Harassment News
St. Louis, MO- If you are being harassed at work based on your gender, sexual orientation or race, you know that it not only causes you distress, but also makes the working environment hostile. But you don’t have to tolerate this abuse if it’s targeted to you or one of your co-workers. An employee can turn to a Missouri sexual harassment attorney to stop their abuse.
Simply put, sexual harassment is any comment or touching that is unwanted and sexual in nature. This can entail jokes and propositions for sex. Both men and women can be the victims of sexual harassment and discrimination. The harassment must be repeated and pervasive for the victim to have a legal course of action.
If you are being sexually harassed, you must first notify your employer of the behavior. Once a supervisor has been informed that such abuse is taking place it is their responsibility to discipline the offender and take steps to prevent further harassment.
Sometimes employers fail to stop sexual harassment or retaliate against the employee who reported the behavior. In many cases employees, who report harassment and discrimination are denied promotions and hours or fired because they reported the misconduct. Workers in Missouri can take action and hire a sexual harassment lawyer to stop the harassment and hold employers accountable for retaliating against their employees.
In addition to creating a hostile work environment, sexual harassment can cause a person severe mental anguish and mental health problems. They will accumulate medical expenses and lose wages. A Missouri sexual harassment lawyer can build a strong case and ensure their clients are compensated for their emotional suffering and undue financial hardships.
New Report Shows Sexual Abuse of Minors Prevalent in New Hampshire
NEW HAMPSHIRE – According to a new report, sexual harassment against children in New Hampshire is occurring more frequently than anyone would imagine.
A report led by the N.H. Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence discovered that out of 137,109 victims of sexual abuse, 62,990 individuals were harassed before the age of 18.
Sexual harassment and abuse is unacceptable at any age, but it is of extended concern when it happens to a young child.
Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcomed and unwanted comments or behaviors that are sexual in nature. It can include anything from a mild lewd joke that wasn’t directed at anyone specifically, a quid pro quo request for sexual favors in exchange for money, a promotion or other benefits, or in worst cases, it can even involve violent behavior, such as rape.
While many may think sexual harassment occurs between a male offender and female victim, there is no stereotype when it comes to unwanted sexual incidents. Both the perpetrator and the victim can be of any age, race, gender, or sexual orientation. The assailant can be a stranger, co-worker, employer, or even family member.
Regardless of what the incident entails, sexual harassment can leave a lasting impact on the victim, especially if the victim is a child. If you or someone you know has been hurt by a sexual offender in New Hampshire, turn to a New Hampshire sexual harassment lawyer immediately for help.
Sexual harassment is a violation of a person’s rights and New Hampshire sexual harassment attorneys ensure the perpetrator is brought to justice. Call to schedule a consultation today with a leading legal professional to discuss your options and protect your right to an environment free of hostility and fear.