In response to the #MeToo movement, D.C. introduced a bill that would substantially limit the enforcement of non-disclosure agreements related to claims of sexual harassment and discrimination.
The case is a reminder about the importance of having effective internal procedures for handling, investigating and responding to complaints.
California state lawmakers passed over a dozen bills targeting sexual harassment and assault in the workplace in response to the national #MeToo movement.
The new requirements take effect on October 15, 2018, and impose requirements surrounding the “cooperative dialogue” employers must engage in when an accommodation is requested.
Our summary of recent jury and EEOC verdicts and settlements for October 2018.