March 5, 2012 by Tim Gould
An employee who’s in hot water for violating company policy files a sexual harassment claim. After he’s fired, he sues for retaliation. Did he win? More…
February 8, 2012 by Dan Wisniewski
Message to employers who think having a written anti-harassment policy — and requiring workers to read and sign off on it — is an effective way to shield themselves from lawsuits: Think again. More…
November 8, 2011 by Tim Gould
An employee claims she’s witnessed several risque workplace incidents over a period of several years. She sues her employer for sexual harassment. Did she win?
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August 12, 2011 by Tim Gould

From the Can You Believe It’s 2011 and Managers Still Act Like This? Department: A Utah woman is suing her employer for sexual harassment after he gave her a day-by-day schedule that included No-bra Thursday. More…
May 27, 2011 by Tim Gould

Here’s confirmation of what HR pros have always known: Mid-level managers are very possibly the most important people in any organization. More…
February 11, 2011 by Tim Gould

It’s Valentine’s Day, when romance blooms in the hearts of workers — and employers worry about sexual harassment claims. More…
December 1, 2010 by Tim Gould
‘Tis the season for the event that gets HR pros’ knees knocking — the holiday party. And here are three horror stories that will only increase your anxiety level. More…
November 10, 2010 by Tim Gould
Here’s a crucial reminder for your managers: A single incident can create a “hostile work environment.” More…
September 13, 2010 by Tim Gould
There’s probably no more testosterone-laden atmosphere on earth than a professional football locker room. Macho is these guys’ stock-in-trade. News flash: Even in a culture where frat-boy antics are encouraged, sexual harassment is still verboten. More…
July 9, 2010 by Tim Gould
Once upon a time, judges gave workplace jerks a pass if they were “equal opportunity offenders.” That defense doesn’t seem to fly these days. More…