Employment Law Blog

Increased Awareness of Workplace Sexual Harassment

February 4, 2019

Since the revelations about rampant sexual harassment of women in the entertainment industry, awareness of workplace sexual harassment has increased dramatically. It has become clear that this is not just an entertainment industry problem, since countless allegations have since surfaced about widespread sexual harassment in many industries. In reflection of...

The Perception of Harassment in the Workplace

January 28, 2019

A recent American Family Survey studied the perception of sexual harassment on the job. The study, which also included topics of public policy, marriage, and children, showed there is a difference in how people of different genders and ages perceive harassment. It found that men and younger individuals were less...

KPMG Under Gender Discrimination Allegations

January 23, 2019

KPMG, one of the Big Four accounting firms worldwide, is now making news for a major class action gender discrimination lawsuit. The case began in 2011 when a senior manager filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against KPMG for a culture of continuing gender discrimination and harassment, and alleged that the company...

#MeToo and Women’s Health

January 21, 2019

The #MeToo movement has brought a seemingly unending wave of sexual harassment accusations to light. What began in the entertainment industry has revealed widespread sexual harassment in many other industries. While this may be a step forward for women’s rights in the workplace, some are now questioning if this could...

Independent Contractors Not Protected Against Workplace Discrimination

January 18, 2019

Many people enjoy the freedom and flexibility that can come with being an independent contractor. In a sense, it is like being your own boss, which can have other benefits as well. However, being an independent contractor can stand apart from being a regular employee in one very negative way:...

#MeToo Issues Positive Change in Non-Profits

January 16, 2019

There is no denying that the #MeToo movement has quite an impact on our society. It has helped numerous organizations address sexual harassment issues that have not been given the time or attention they have deserved. Although corporate America has surely taken a long, hard look at its policies, non-profits...