The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit is currently deliberating the contours of the term “sexual harassment” within the context of a significant legal challenge. This arises from an anti-arbitration statute aimed at providing employees the ability to sue in court for claims of sexual harassment and assault, bypassing the mandatory arbitration agreements…
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently rescinded guidance from the Biden administration that broadened the interpretation of “sex” under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act to encompass sexual orientation and gender identity. This policy change is notable and potentially contentious, affecting how federal workplace discrimination laws may be applied in the…
The Fourth Circuit Court recently turned down former assistant public defender Caryn Devins Strickland’s request for a rehearing of her sexual harassment lawsuit against the federal judiciary. Her legal team had withdrawn shortly before her bench trial, a move she argued was improperly sanctioned by the district court. The order from the appellate court judges…
The ex-Managing Partner of a prominent U.S. law firm’s London office is currently under investigation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) following allegations of sexual harassment. The firm itself initiated an internal investigation upon receiving complaints and subsequently reported its findings to the SRA, which is now actively seeking testimony from individuals who may possess…
Polsinelli, a prominent law firm, has concluded a sexual harassment lawsuit initiated by a former partner. This legal resolution follows allegations that underscored ongoing challenges within the legal industry related to workplace culture and gender equality. As reported by Bloomberg Law, the specifics of the settlement remain confidential, but it brings closure to a contentious…
The complex legal landscape surrounding workplace harassment continues to evolve, as shown by the recent development in the case involving a former equity shareholder at Polsinelli PC. The attorney agreed to dismiss her lawsuit, which alleged sexual harassment by two former partners, following proceedings in Washington, D.C. federal court reported on November 7, 2025. The…
A federal appeals court recently upheld the dismissal of a case involving allegations of sexual harassment and disability bias by a court reporter. The plaintiff had sought a trial, claiming that her employer failed to intervene in harassment she experienced from judges and attorneys, and retaliated against her complaints by firing her. In the decision,…
The Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct has publicly reprimanded a municipal judge for making sexual remarks directed at children and expressing wishes of sexual violence toward them. The Commission also noted that the judge exhibited racial bias from the bench. This case is part of a broader pattern of judicial misconduct in Texas. For…
An actor from the first “Terrifier” movie has initiated legal proceedings against the filmmakers, alleging that she is entitled to potentially millions in unpaid royalties. Filed in a California federal court, the lawsuit claims the actor faced sexual harassment and unsafe working conditions during production, notably being coerced into performing a nude scene without her…
The recent ruling by a D.C. federal judge has placed a spotlight on Polsinelli PC and two of its former partners. The court decided against allowing the law firm to trim or compel arbitration in a significant sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit initiated by a former equity shareholder. This decision will allow the $20 million…
In a recent legal development, a federal judge has rejected a motion by a prominent law firm to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by a former associate. The decision underscores the judiciary’s commitment to addressing workplace harassment claims within even the most influential legal institutions. The case has attracted significant attention due to the…
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has recently issued a decision in Bivens v. Zep, Inc. that significantly alters the legal landscape regarding employer liability for sexual harassment perpetrated by non-employees. This ruling diverges from the established negligence standard, introducing a requirement for plaintiffs to demonstrate that an employer intended for the harassment to occur….
In recent legal proceedings, Jessica Warren, the former General Counsel of TransDigm, a company valued at $75 billion, has alleged that her termination was a retaliatory act following her whistleblowing activities. Warren claims that her dismissal came on the heels of reporting multiple sexual assaults within the company and raising concerns regarding potential antitrust violations….
In a notable decision from a Texas federal court, an email was excluded from a sexual harassment lawsuit involving senior figures once associated with the Texas Attorney General’s Office. The suit is aimed at the founders of a law firm established by former high-ranking attorneys from the office of Ken Paxton, the current Attorney General….
The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a decision in favor of the judiciary in a notable case concerning a former public defender’s allegations of sexual harassment. Caryn Strickland, the former Assistant Federal Public Defender, had filed a claim suggesting that Anthony Martinez, her supervisor, along with others, exhibited deliberate indifference to her complaints…
The Supreme Court of India recently declined to hear a petition that aimed to extend the country’s workplace sexual harassment legislation to encompass political parties. This move comes amid growing calls for greater accountability within political structures. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice B.R. Gavai and Justice Vinod Chandran, determined that the issue was…
A former paralegal at Saltz Mongeluzzi & Bendesky PC is contesting the firm’s motion to dismiss her lawsuit, which alleges she endured racial discrimination and sexual harassment during her tenure. In a filing with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the plaintiff, an Afro-Latina woman, asserts that her detailed allegations warrant…
The legal landscape in cases involving arbitration clauses saw a change this week as a New York federal court reversed an earlier finding regarding a former LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton in-house lawyer, Andowah Newton. The court previously determined that Newton acted in bad faith by trying to amend her legal complaint to sidestep arbitration….
Recent legal actions spearheaded by two former top deputies of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton highlight serious allegations of misconduct within the upper echelons of Texas’s legal administration. According to a complaint filed with the state bar and a federal lawsuit, Paxton’s deputy is accused of tampering with witnesses amid the Attorney General’s impeachment proceedings….
“`html As reported by Bloomberg Law, the high-profile sexual harassment cases led by attorneys Gloria Allred and Lisa Bloom have resulted in substantial courtroom victories against businessman Alki David. Despite securing multimillion-dollar verdicts, their clients find themselves entangled in prolonged battles to actually collect these awards. The complexities of the collection process, compounded by the…
The ongoing litigation involving TikTok and a female executive has brought the application of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act back under the scrutiny of the federal courts. This appellate case presents the Third and Second Circuits with an opportunity to address a divisive question in the legal community—whether allegations…
In a significant move by the legal industry, at least $1.57 million has been allocated to support Andrew Cuomo’s campaign for New York City mayor. Attorneys have made considerable financial contributions, directly supporting Cuomo’s political aspirations following his resignation as governor amidst sexual harassment allegations. An independent political action committee has also emerged with the…
A former special counsel has concluded her legal battle with the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, settling her reprisal claims for a total of $750,000. Gina L. Bianchi, who previously held the special counsel position, claimed she faced retaliation after providing testimony alleging that the environment within the division allowed sexual harassment,…
A legal storm is brewing at the Texas-based Stone Hilton law firm, as a former employee has filed a lawsuit implicating two high-ranking attorneys in a series of accusations including sexual harassment, breach of contract, and cultivating a toxic work environment. These attorneys, who previously held significant positions in the Texas Attorney General’s office, are…
In recent developments that have captured attention within legal and political circles, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton finds himself in a delicate situation following allegations against his former top aide, Judd Stone. Stone, who has built a considerable legal reputation, faces a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by a staffer currently employed by Paxton. The lawsuit…