So a female applicant is offered a job. She rejects the offer. Then she turns around and sues the company, alleging failure to hire and sex discrimination. Whaaaaaaat? Yes, you read that right. Understandably the would-be employer moved to dismiss the claim. After all she can’t prove that she was rejected for the position and […]
What Might Ashley Judd’s Case Against Harvey Weinstein Mean for You?
A judge just ruled that Ashley Judd can proceed with at least part of her lawsuit against Harvey Weinstein. How do those of us who are not Hollywood stars or executives, relate to these people and their issues? Fundamentally, this case is about employment law issues, sexual harassment and retaliation to be specific. Ashley Judd, […]
You Say They’re Not Your Employees. But Really,They Are…
You’re a savvy business owner. You make good investment decisions, hire good people to work for you and you watch your costs. You are a fair person. You’re not racist or sexist. You try to keep things simple. Then you have a difference of opinion with someone who works for you. S/he sues, alleging discrimination […]
My Employee Signed A Severance Agreement. So Why Is S/he Suing Me?
Have you ever had to let an employee go? If you haven’t, chances are you will at some point. Do you or would you give severance pay? If so, hopefully you get a signed severance agreement that includes a release from your soon-to-be former employee. I’ve written here, here and here about severance agreements. This […]
Uh oh. Your Employee Says S/he Was Harassed — and S/he has Recordings…
This week I want to tell you about a case that just might have something for everyone. The Federal Housing Finance Agency is facing the following allegations: a) sexual harassment by the Director; b) Equal Pay violations; c) retaliation; and d) recordings that reportedly support these allegations. Yowsa! I know in my head that these […]