Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, who was convicted in New York of rape and sexual assault, has been charged with six more counts of forcible sexual assault. http://ow.ly/YQcd50BI840
THEWRAP.COM
Harvey Weinstein Hit With 6 New Sexual Assault Charges
Research suggests these subtler forms of gender bias can be just as damaging as overt discrimination — if not more so. http://ow.ly/Rm7X50BH4yN
BUSINESSINSIDER.COM
61 years after RBG graduated from law school, the gender bias she faced is less obvious — but just as prevalent
The chair of the Hollywood Commission says the standout data from a new study on sexual harassment was on accountability: 64% of people surveyed said they did not think a person who was found to have harassed a subordinate would be held accountable. http://ow.ly/fCUC50BFYiQ
NPR.ORG
Anita Hill On Sexual Harassment In Hollywood And Beyond
Cardinal George Pell, who was acquitted on child sex abuse charges, will soon return to the Vatican for the first time since he was cleared of the allegations. http://ow.ly/dg4o50BEGvf
CNN.COM
Cardinal George Pell set to return to Rome after acquittal on child sex abuse charges
Currently, there are a very limited number of options for victims seeking justice, but by implementing restorative justice, survivors could have a say in what type of justice they’re seeking and how they receive it. http://ow.ly/fSTR50BDoqo
HUFFPOST.COM
There’s A Better Way To Get Justice For Sexual Assault Survivors
In order for real change to occur, organizations need to be aware of misconduct in their workplaces. New apps are trying to help make this happen. http://ow.ly/eBiv50BBzIr
FORBES.COM
Can Apps Help Eradicate Sexual Harassment?
SAG-AFTRA has developed a mobile app that will collect data on serial sexual abusers and allow members to report sexual harassment in the workplace. http://ow.ly/lmVj50BRxlo
VARIETY.COM
SAG-AFTRA Heralds Guidelines for Preventing Sexual Harassment
Although LinkedIn is regarded as a professional networking site, it stills struggles with misogyny and harassment among some of its users. Here’s what women are doing to hold the professional networking site accountable. http://ow.ly/5fRp50BQxNl
FASTCOMPANY.COM
This is how women are fighting back against harassment on LinkedIn
WB&S's Erika Scott wrote an article in the Los Angeles / San Francisco Daily Journal explaining how #Proposition22 would let high tech giants Uber, Lyft & Doordash create a permanent underclass of workers by allowing these companies to avoid paying overtime, critical work expenses, and even California’s minimum wage.
DAILYJOURNAL.COM
DailyJournal
The Sacramento Bee recently highlighted the firm's recent lawsuit filed on behalf of a women who was molested by a pastor from a Sacramento Church.
YOUTUBE.COM
WB&S: Local Baptist Church and Renowned Pastor Sued in Childhood Sexual Abuse Lawsuit
Lawmakers recently introduced legislation that would transform the way the military deals with sexual assault and harassment allegations following a female soldier’s death that shook the country. http://ow.ly/MGHa50BLlCT
WMLAWYERS.COM
New Legislation Would Make Military Sexual Harassment a Crime - John Winer Site
John Winer was recently recognized as a 2020 California Trailblazer by the National Law Journal for his work in representing survivors of sexual abuse and harassment over the last 40 years.
According to Women in Football’s biggest survey, almost two-thirds of women working in football have experienced gender discrimination in the workplace. http://ow.ly/BgRw50BWPvb
THEGUARDIAN.COM
'Heartbreaking': survey reveals extent of gender discrimination in football
Here are four recommendations former Pinterest COO shared for companies seeking to root out discrimination and heal toxic workplace cultures. http://ow.ly/Rhbm50BUQLC
INC.COM
How to Tackle a Toxic Workplace, According to Pinterest's Former COO
Ohio State University will pay $5.8 million to settle lawsuits by another 23 men who alleged sexual misconduct by the late university physician Richard Strauss. http://ow.ly/1jIH50BTIAE
ESPN.COM
Ohio State settles sexual-abuse suits for $5.8M
Despite the progress, reports find that states have been slow to adopt some of the reforms that promise to make the biggest difference for those most marginalized by sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/FU1x50BSGQj
MSMAGAZINE.COM
#MeToo Update: States Enact New Sexual Harassment Laws—But More is Needed - Ms. Magazine
Sexual harassment is pervasive in health care, and gender harassment is the most common type of harassing behavior. It predominantly affects women, with women of color and gender minorities at particular risk. http://ow.ly/nWUU50C1eUQ
STATNEWS.COM
The gender harassment we experienced sank our medical careers - STAT
Thousands of accusers have submitted sexual abuse claims against the Boy Scouts of America in a bankruptcy that could cost the youth organization and its insurers hundreds of millions of dollars. http://ow.ly/fkYx50C065T
LATIMES.COM
Thousands file sexual abuse claims against Boy Scouts as deadline in bankruptcy looms
Social media started a new hashtag #MeToobin and a serious discussion about whether what Jeffrey Toobin did can rightfully be considered sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/zfFP50BZ2LC
LATIMES.COM
Column: Jeffrey Toobin's alleged indecent Zoom exposure shows some men have learned nothing from #MeToo
A U.S. Appeals court has ruled that Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell cannot keep her deposition details a secret in a case involving allegations of childhood sexual abuse and sex trafficking.
http://ow.ly/qmIA50BY0sR
MIAMIHERALD.COM
Ghislaine Maxwell loses fight to keep her Jeffrey Epstein testimony sealed
The Internet Watch Foundation has said that its hotline for reporting suspected child abuse material online processed 15,258 reports in September, an increase of 45% from September 2019. http://ow.ly/sv6e50C7xFQ
THEGUARDIAN.COM
Calls to online child sexual abuse watchdog up 45% in September
According to a Hollywood Commission Survey, females experience unwanted sexual attention, sexual coercion, and sexual assault approximately twice as often as males. http://ow.ly/Qnqx50C6vIm
DEADLINE.COM
Hollywood Commission Survey Finds 20% Of Women & 10% Of Men Report Having Been Sexually Assaulted At Work
Even though progress has been made since the #MeToo movement hit the entertainment industry, latest findings from Anita Hill’s industry survey reveals that sexual harassment is still a pervasive problem in Hollywood. http://ow.ly/BS5C50C5t44
VARIETY.COM
Sexual Harassment Remains Persistent in Hollywood for Men and Women After #MeToo, Survey Finds
A recently filed lawsuit alleges Goldman Sachs attempted to cover up allegations of workplace sexual misconduct by the bank’s global head of litigation. http://ow.ly/ClkI50C4jvt
BUSINESSINSIDER.COM
Goldman Sachs tried to cover up sexual misconduct by one of its top lawyers, according to a lawsuit from a former employee who says she was fired for speaking out
Princeton University has agreed to pay $925,000 in back pay and at least $250,000 in future salary adjustments to resolve allegations of gender pay discrimination. http://ow.ly/ALKz50C3da3
ABCNEWS.GO.COM
Princeton agrees to backpay nearly $1M to female professors after gender discrimination allegations
The deadline to file a sexual abuse case against the Boy Scouts of America is quickly approaching. Survivors have until November 16 to file a claim in connection with the BSA’s bankruptcy proceedings. http://ow.ly/zxwT50CdZKr
SPECTRUMLOCALNEWS.COM
Deadline to File Against the Boy Scouts of America Approaching
An insight on how Uber and Lyft gained a foothold in the transportation market by exploiting a loophole in labor law. http://ow.ly/qjPn50CcQ7x
LATIMES.COM
Column: With Prop. 22, Uber and Lyft used their wealth to reshape labor law in their sole interest
According to newly released reports to Congress, reports of sexual assault are on the rise in the U.S. Coast Guard. http://ow.ly/nzdI50CbLCn
THEHILL.COM
Coast Guard sees rise in sexual assault reports
A women who allegedly groomed and recruited teenage girls who were later sexually assaulted by the leader of the La Luz del Mundo church is now claiming that she was also sexually abused by him. http://ow.ly/t52Z50CaGYC
KTLA.COM
Alleged groomer of teen victims in La Luz del Mundo sex abuse case says she was victim too
A New York Times investigation found that harassment and abuse has pushed many women to stop pursuing the master sommelier title and, in some cases, quit the wine industry entirely. http://ow.ly/ujkj50C9Fsu
NAPAVALLEYREGISTER.COM
New York Times investigation reveals Court of Master Sommeliers's 'sexual harassment problem'
The Boy Scouts of America is facing thousands of sex-abuse claims as the deadline looms for people alleging they were abused as children to come forward in what is shaping up to be the largest bankruptcy case of its kind. http://ow.ly/F8YZ50Cm7mC
NYTIMES.COM
Sex-Abuse Claims Against Boy Scouts Now Surpass 82,000
After three women sued the University of California for failing to address their assaults, they must now face claims that it maintained a policy of “deliberate indifference" toward sexual assault that occurs on campus. http://ow.ly/ULeb50Ckau7
COURTHOUSENEWS.COM
Judge Advances Title IX Sex-Assault Claims Against University of California
Pope Francis is vowing to rid the Catholic Church of sexual abuse and offering prayers to victims of former Cardinal Theodore McCarrick. http://ow.ly/2GhM50Cj6Ar
APNEWS.COM
Pope Francis vows to end sexual abuse after McCarrick report
COVID-19 forced companies to shift to a remote workplace, but with it came a new set of challenges, including seeing a rise in complaints of virtual sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/kjQS50Ci5gj
WMLAWYERS.COM
The Rise of Virtual Sexual Harassment - John Winer Site
A Vatican report into ex-Cardinal Theodore McCarrick finds Pope John Paul II, bishops, cardinals and popes downplayed or dismissed sex abuse charges against him. http://ow.ly/nMgK50Ch1ic
USATODAY.COM
Vatican report finds Pope John Paul II dismissed sex abuse by ex-Cardinal McCarrick – but goes easy on Pope Francis
A Los Angeles police officer filed a lawsuit against the city, claiming she had been subjected to discrimination, harassment, retaliation and a hostile work environment and suffered retaliation after she complained about the way she was being treated. http://ow.ly/zIgb50CfTod
NBCLOSANGELES.COM
Female LAPD Officer Details Sexual Harassment, Toxic Work Environment in Lawsuit
The Association For Electronic Music (AFEM) has issued an official code of conduct regarding best practices for preventing and addressing these issues within the electronic music space. http://ow.ly/pc1R50CqFqd
BILLBOARD.COM
Association for Electronic Music Releases Code of Conduct Against Sexual Harassment in the Dance Scene
Nearly two dozen sexual assault survivors from all branches of the military claimed their allegations were brushed aside and they were retaliated against for reporting their assaults. http://ow.ly/A46i50Cpzjv
CBSNEWS.COM
Military's system to combat sexual assault is broken, survivors say: "It's so much bigger than it seems"
According to the Anti-Defamation League, bullying is one of the most common forms of workplace harassment, and since the start of the pandemic, there have been an increase of reports of online bullying. http://ow.ly/7ouV50Cosj5
WPTV.COM
Report: Workplace bullying on the rise
The University of California system has reached a $73 million settlement Monday with alleged victims of sexual abuse by a former obstetrician-gynecologist Dr. James Heaps. http://ow.ly/BHV750Cnmot
CNN.COM
University of California reaches a $73M settlement against former gynecologist accused of sexual misconduct
The solutions to ending violence against women rely on an unlikely source: the perpetrators which are often men and boys. http://ow.ly/c0jg50Cv16U
MSMAGAZINE.COM
Why Preventing Violence Against Women Requires Men and Boys - Ms. Magazine
New York’s Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Catholic Diocese of Buffalo and its former leaders, alleging they failed to
adequately investigate accusations of sexual abuse of minors by priests. http://ow.ly/rXJ650CtO34
ABCNEWS.GO.COM
New York AG sues Catholic Diocese of Buffalo over sexual abuse allegations
Allegations against the former Cardinal Archbishop of Washington demonstrate the Church’s inability to deal with abuse. http://ow.ly/ErXU50CsL9l
NEWYORKER.COM
What the New Vatican Report Shows About the Church’s Failures in Addressing Sexual Abuse
According to recent research, 41% of tipped service workers reported that they had noticed an increase in the frequency of unwanted sexualized remarks from customers since the start of the pandemic. http://ow.ly/Kt9R50CDb1s
THECUT.COM
‘I’ll Take Your Mask Off and Stick My Tongue Down Your Throat’
Sexual misconduct allegations against Jon Monett, a former CIA official, cast shadows on Quality of Life Plus, a nonprofit he founded to develop custom tech for wounded/disabled veterans. http://ow.ly/MpeV50CC88N
LATIMES.COM
Sexual misconduct allegations cast shadow on nonprofit that works with colleges to help injured veterans
It’s important to ensure your workforce is abiding by state law by taking the required sexual harassment prevention training or you could face serious financial consequences. WBS's John Winer explains more in LA Progressive about a new law that kicks in on January 1, 2021.
http://ow.ly/wDyB50CAYhn
WMLAWYERS.COM
John Winer spoke to LA Progressive on the looming deadline to train workers about sexual harassment - John Winer Site
Surveys indicate that teaching assistants also recalled examples of undergraduate students making them feel uncomfortable, whether through overt physical harassment or through comments about their appearance or demeanor. http://ow.ly/fF7v50CzRfA
THECONVERSATION.COM
This type of sexual harassment on campus often goes overlooked
While exposing these issues to the light may seem like a small win, closing the perception gap is an essential first step on the path toward gender equality. http://ow.ly/jODQ50CyCrH
HBR.ORG
Research: Small Wins Can Make a Big Impact on Gender Equality
The first hearing in the legal process to extradite Weinstein to Los Angeles to face sex-crime charges has been postponed until April amidst surging COVID-19 cases. http://ow.ly/1XHF50CJkex
LATIMES.COM
Harvey Weinstein due back before judge on extradition to California
An investigation has identified at least six sexual misconduct allegations involving senior FBI officials over the past five years, including two new claims brought this week by women who say they were sexually assaulted by ranking agents. http://ow.ly/BXE350CIgMo
APNEWS.COM
'Under the rug:' Sexual misconduct shakes FBI's senior ranks
Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy discussed the firings and changes following a probe at Fort Hood, as well as the year-and-a-half long investigation by CBS News into sexual assault within the U.S. military. http://ow.ly/BnW550CHjqY
CBSNEWS.COM
"Totally unacceptable": Army secretary condemns command climate, says Fort Hood report "will change the Army"
Numerous former Post-Gazette journalists described Michael Fuoco making unwanted advances on them or sexually harassing them. But the NewsGuild and the Post-Gazette management looked the other way.http://ow.ly/384d50CGbLz
NYTIMES.COM
A Powerful Reporter Got Away With Sexual Misconduct for Decades. His Paper, and His Union, Looked the Other Way.
An insight on how a pornographic website monetizes of videos of child rapes, revenge pornography, spy cam videos of women showering, racist and misogynist content, and footage of women being degraded. http://ow.ly/IiPg50CF8VG
NYTIMES.COM
Opinion | The Children of Pornhub
A new report documents the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on LGTBQ households, finding that they experienced higher unemployment rates and deeper challenges in accessing health care. http://ow.ly/LDP450COBZR
KING5.COM
LGBTQ community disproportionately affected by pandemic, report finds
Anita Hill, chair of the Hollywood Commission, is urging the entertainment industry to "do better" and use its power as a "world influencer” to tackle the issue of sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/4Fz550CNxPi
HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM
More Work Needed to Tackle Racism, Sexual Harassment, Says Anita Hill-Led Hollywood Commission Report | Hollywood Reporter
The ACLU filed a lawsuit alleging that sex abuse, overcrowding and unhealthy conditions are rampant in three Orange County homeless shelters. http://ow.ly/tRBO50CMqSr
VOICEOFOC.ORG
Orange County’s Homeless Face A Hard Quandary: Suffer Sexual Harassment Inside Shelters or Risk Arrest, Lawsuit Alleges
Veterans groups are calling for the resignation of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie after an inspector general's report detailed his mishandling of a congressional aide’s sexual assault allegation. https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/veterans-wilkie-resign/2020/12/12/97f9cb80-3c76-11eb-bc68-96af0daae728_story.html
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Veterans groups demand VA Secretary Wilkie resign after scathing report that he tried to discredit assault victim
An investigation found that USASF has a flawed process for investigating complaints – one with critical gaps that have repeatedly allowed adults accused or even convicted of sexual misconduct to remain around children. http://ow.ly/b1px50CTrwG
USATODAY.COM
‘A huge slap in the face’: Frustrations grow over cheerleading’s mishandled sexual misconduct cases
According to a new report that looked at racial disparities across the Air Force, Black service members are far more likely to be investigated, arrested, face disciplinary actions and be discharged for misconduct. http://ow.ly/ISPR50CSvQZ
COURTHOUSENEWS.COM
Air Force: Black People More Often Investigated, Punished
The new working realities necessitated by the pandemic have heightened known sexual harassment risk factors, including virtual harassment. http://ow.ly/PZmD50CRtB9
FORBES.COM
Covid’s Impact On Sexual Harassment
According to a Women Who Tech report, roughly 43% of women founders say the harassment occurred within the last 12 months. http://ow.ly/YYnz50CPCEP
CNBC.COM
Over 40% of women in tech say they've been harassed by a boss or investor, according to new report
A new report documents the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on LGTBQ households, finding that they experienced higher unemployment rates and deeper challenges in accessing health care. http://ow.ly/LDP450COBZR
KING5.COM
LGBTQ community disproportionately affected by pandemic, report finds
Anita Hill, chair of the Hollywood Commission, is urging the entertainment industry to "do better" and use its power as a "world influencer” to tackle the issue of sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/4Fz550CNxPi
HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM
More Work Needed to Tackle Racism, Sexual Harassment, Says Anita Hill-Led Hollywood Commission Report | Hollywood Reporter
At least 60% of workplace sexual harassment goes unreported. Why is there so much underreporting? We can take a look at Andrea Goldstein’s experience with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to help answer the question.
http://ow.ly/6fia50CVHMj
NYTIMES.COM
Former Aide Accuses Cuomo of Sexual Harassment
An investigation found that USASF has a flawed process for investigating complaints – one with critical gaps that have repeatedly allowed adults accused or even convicted of sexual misconduct to remain around children. http://ow.ly/b1px50CTrwG
USATODAY.COM
‘A huge slap in the face’: Frustrations grow over cheerleading’s mishandled sexual misconduct cases
According to a new report that looked at racial disparities across the Air Force, Black service members are far more likely to be investigated, arrested, face disciplinary actions and be discharged for misconduct. http://ow.ly/ISPR50CSvQZ
COURTHOUSENEWS.COM
Air Force: Black People More Often Investigated, Punished
The new working realities necessitated by the pandemic have heightened known sexual harassment risk factors, including virtual harassment. http://ow.ly/PZmD50CRtB9
FORBES.COM
Covid’s Impact On Sexual Harassment
According to a Women Who Tech report, roughly 43% of women founders say the harassment occurred within the last 12 months. http://ow.ly/YYnz50CPCEP
CNBC.COM
Over 40% of women in tech say they've been harassed by a boss or investor, according to new report
A new report documents the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on LGTBQ households, finding that they experienced higher unemployment rates and deeper challenges in accessing health care. http://ow.ly/LDP450COBZR
KING5.COM
LGBTQ community disproportionately affected by pandemic, report finds
Designer Alexander Wang is being accused of sexual assault after several stories have been shared on social media. http://ow.ly/pTTD50CX8Sr
INSIDER.COM
A-list fashion designer Alexander Wang is facing accusations of sexual assault
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was recently hit with several lawsuits for allegedly covering up decades of sexual abuse among Boy Scout troops in Arizona.
http://ow.ly/QAxn50CWoVx
APNEWS.COM
Mormon church sued for alleged role in Boy Scouts sex abuse
At least 60% of workplace sexual harassment goes unreported. Why is there so much underreporting? We can take a look at Andrea Goldstein’s experience with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to help answer the question.
http://ow.ly/6fia50CVHMj
NYTIMES.COM
Former Aide Accuses Cuomo of Sexual Harassment
An investigation found that USASF has a flawed process for investigating complaints – one with critical gaps that have repeatedly allowed adults accused or even convicted of sexual misconduct to remain around children. http://ow.ly/b1px50CTrwG
USATODAY.COM
‘A huge slap in the face’: Frustrations grow over cheerleading’s mishandled sexual misconduct cases
According to a new report that looked at racial disparities across the Air Force, Black service members are far more likely to be investigated, arrested, face disciplinary actions and be discharged for misconduct. http://ow.ly/ISPR50CSvQZ
COURTHOUSENEWS.COM
Air Force: Black People More Often Investigated, Punished
The new working realities necessitated by the pandemic have heightened known sexual harassment risk factors, including virtual harassment. http://ow.ly/PZmD50CRtB9
FORBES.COM
Covid’s Impact On Sexual Harassment
The Archdiocese of Chicago recently announced that activist Chicago priest Rev. Michael Pfleger has been asked to step aside due to allegations of sexual abuse that occurred decades ago.
http://ow.ly/bcAU50D2KKd
APNEWS.COM
Activist priest Michael Pfleger hit with abuse allegations
Alexander Wang has denied the mounting accusations of sexual misconduct and sexual assault against him, calling them “baseless and grotesquely false.”http://ow.ly/WV6U50D1OeW
VOGUE.COM
Alexander Wang Denies Accusations of Sexual Assault as His Accusers Hire Lawyer Lisa Bloom
A group of more than 200 employees at Google's parent company announced they’ve formed the Alphabet Workers Union to ensure that employees work at a fair wage, without fear of abuse, retaliation or discrimination.
http://ow.ly/pQ0x50D0MdV
NBCNEWS.COM
Google employees form workers' union in United States
Recent revelations indicate that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has had a prevalent problem of sexual harassment over the past few years. http://ow.ly/MTtd50CZMmd
WMLAWYERS.COM
The Problem of Sexual Harassment in the Department of Veterans Affairs - John Winer Site
Designer Alexander Wang is being accused of sexual assault after several stories have been shared on social media. http://ow.ly/pTTD50CX8Sr
INSIDER.COM
A-list fashion designer Alexander Wang is facing accusations of sexual assault
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was recently hit with several lawsuits for allegedly covering up decades of sexual abuse among Boy Scout troops in Arizona.
http://ow.ly/QAxn50CWoVx
APNEWS.COM
Mormon church sued for alleged role in Boy Scouts sex abuse
The report published by the American Psychological Association, discovered that women that suffer sexual harassment who are deemed to be less stereotypically feminine are less likely to have their allegations believed. http://ow.ly/ghBa50D9VA3
INDEPENDENT.CO.UK
Sexual harassment victims ‘less likely to be believed if they are seen as less feminine’
McDonald's workers recently filed three new lawsuits against the company alleging they suffered through sexual assault and harassment. "None of these managers did anything to help and the harassment continued.” http://ow.ly/BG3b50D8SrC
BUSINESSINSIDER.COM
McDonald's slammed with 3 new sexual-harassment lawsuits as workers say the fast-food giant failed to protect them on the job
A Roman Catholic priest who served at nearly a dozen parishes in southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod has pleaded not guilty to child sexual abuse charges. http://ow.ly/jgTv50D7PUe
USNEWS.COM
Catholic Priest Pleads Not Guilty to Sex Abuse Charges
In exchange for the records, the creditors committee agreed not to press forward with sex abuse lawsuits against individual parishes and other Catholic entities. http://ow.ly/FObG50D6Mvb
BUFFALONEWS.COM
Trove of Buffalo Diocese abuse records turned over to victims in bankruptcy court
Columbia University restored the diploma of a man who was accused of sexually assaulting a classmate, but stands by its initial findings against him. A university panel had found him responsible for the assault. http://ow.ly/CbK950D5FGc
NYTIMES.COM
Columbia Settles a Complicated Sexual Assault Case
The Archdiocese of Chicago recently announced that activist Chicago priest Rev. Michael Pfleger has been asked to step aside due to allegations of sexual abuse that occurred decades ago.
http://ow.ly/bcAU50D2KKd
APNEWS.COM
Activist priest Michael Pfleger hit with abuse allegations
One of the executive orders that was signed yesterday by the Biden administration prohibits discrimination by the federal government towards sexual orientation or gender identity. http://ow.ly/rLQm50DeVDx
MARKETPLACE.ORG
Biden executive actions target LGBTQ discrimination - Marketplace
Attorney John Winer was recently featured in the Los Angeles / San Francisco Daily Journal's New Laws 2021 edition regarding AB 2143. Click below to read more.
WMLAWYERS.COM
John Winer featured in LA Daily Journal’s New Laws 2021 Edition - John Winer Site
U.S. Figure Skating has agreed to pay $1.45 million to settle a lawsuit filed by a former skater, accusing the sport organization of being negligent in its duty to protect athletes from sexual abuse by a predatory coach. http://ow.ly/XBcx50DcNe4
ABCNEWS.GO.COM
US Figure Skating pays $1.45 million to settle sexual abuse claims by former skater
According to a new study out of West Virginia University, minor workplace slights can have a significantly negative impact on susceptible employees. http://ow.ly/Kcs750DbJcT
FASTCOMPANY.COM
Troubling study reveals how minor workplace slights can trigger suicidal thoughts in depressed people
The report published by the American Psychological Association, discovered that women that suffer sexual harassment who are deemed to be less stereotypically feminine are less likely to have their allegations believed. http://ow.ly/ghBa50D9VA3
INDEPENDENT.CO.UK
Sexual harassment victims ‘less likely to be believed if they are seen as less feminine’
McDonald's workers recently filed three new lawsuits against the company alleging they suffered through sexual assault and harassment. "None of these managers did anything to help and the harassment continued.” http://ow.ly/BG3b50D8SrC
BUSINESSINSIDER.COM
McDonald's slammed with 3 new sexual-harassment lawsuits as workers say the fast-food giant failed to protect them on the job
The company's $35.2 million liquidation plan allocates over $17 million for the establishment of a "Sexual Misconduct Claims Fund" and a liquidation trust for the payment of sexual misconduct claims. http://ow.ly/XQkn50Dk1GK
HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM
Harvey Weinstein Sexual Misconduct Settlement Confirmed By Bankruptcy Judge
A radiologic technologist who was fired from Olympia Medical Center has filed a lawsuit against them, alleging she was wrongfully terminated after she could not return to work because the pandemic prevented her from finding child care. http://ow.ly/X4LL50DiYX0
LOSANGELES.CBSLOCAL.COM
Fired Healthcare Worker Sues Olympia Medical, Claims Pandemic Discrimination
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin pledged during his confirmation hearings to immediately address sexual misconduct in the military. http://ow.ly/uB4P50DhQJw
MILITARYTIMES.COM
In one of first actions, new defense secretary orders review of sexual misconduct programs
The model who accused Alexander Wang of sexual assault opened up about launching the #UsToo movement. "What victims need more than ever is to be heard and believed. We should be supported alongside #MeToo and backed by the people in fashion and Hollywood. But instead it’s radio silence.” http://ow.ly/2VAM50Dg1ST
NEWS24.COM
Alexander Wang sexual assault accuser launches #UsToo movement | W24
One of the executive orders that was signed yesterday by the Biden administration prohibits discrimination by the federal government towards sexual orientation or gender identity. http://ow.ly/rLQm50DeVDx
MARKETPLACE.ORG
Biden executive actions target LGBTQ discrimination - Marketplace
Attorney John Winer was recently featured in the Los Angeles / San Francisco Daily Journal's New Laws 2021 edition regarding AB 2143. Click below to read more.
WMLAWYERS.COM
John Winer featured in LA Daily Journal’s New Laws 2021 Edition - John Winer Site
Google has agreed to pay $2.59 million as part of a settlement with the U.S. Department of Labor over allegations of systemic discrimination as it relates to compensation and hiring. http://ow.ly/WEhU50Dpo9m
SFCHRONICLE.COM
Google settles allegations of hiring, pay inequities
Workplace harassment and abuse of employees by their supervisors is an issue that can create an oppressive, hostile, intimidating, abusive, and offensive work environment, and can interfere with their emotional well-being. http://ow.ly/C1xi50Doec5
WMLAWYERS.COM
Former healthcare employees file workplace sexual harassment lawsuit - John Winer Site
Former Chateau Marmont employees have filed lawsuits against the hotel, claiming they experienced racial discrimination and sexual misconduct, perpetuated by complicit management and ownership. http://ow.ly/UZPQ50Dl9Cd
HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM
Chateau Marmont Hit by Multiple Lawsuits in Wake of Racial Discrimination, Sexual Misconduct Claims
The company's $35.2 million liquidation plan allocates over $17 million for the establishment of a "Sexual Misconduct Claims Fund" and a liquidation trust for the payment of sexual misconduct claims. http://ow.ly/XQkn50Dk1GK
HOLLYWOODREPORTER.COM
Harvey Weinstein Sexual Misconduct Settlement Confirmed By Bankruptcy Judge
A radiologic technologist who was fired from Olympia Medical Center has filed a lawsuit against them, alleging she was wrongfully terminated after she could not return to work because the pandemic prevented her from finding child care. http://ow.ly/X4LL50DiYX0
LOSANGELES.CBSLOCAL.COM
Fired Healthcare Worker Sues Olympia Medical, Claims Pandemic Discrimination
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin pledged during his confirmation hearings to immediately address sexual misconduct in the military. http://ow.ly/uB4P50DhQJw
MILITARYTIMES.COM
In one of first actions, new defense secretary orders review of sexual misconduct programs
Research from the University of Georgia shows that the pandemic has had a distinct psychological impact on Black Americans, who fear racial bias in medicine. http://ow.ly/D8JJ50DuGC8
ONLINEATHENS.COM
UGA study examines COVID-19 and increased psychological distress among Black Americans
A recent report revealed that a hierarchal culture, poor reporting structures, and power disparities ensured allowed a powerful Harvard government professor to harass nearly 20 women over four decades. http://ow.ly/CwBn50DsEBX
BOSTONGLOBE.COM
External report says Harvard administrators did little to stop a professor’s decades-long sexual harassment - The Boston Globe
A former Northwestern University cheerleader describes the sexual harassment she endured during her time there, including being groped, assaulted and subjected to “incessant sexual comments.” http://ow.ly/se3f50DrDT5
CHICAGO.SUNTIMES.COM
The sexual harassment of cheerleaders — a dark side of college sports
A new report from One Fair Wage outlines the unsafe and unfair treatment of tipped service workers during the pandemic, including appalling revelations regarding sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/UIKB50DqzdV
NBCWASHINGTON.COM
‘Take Off Your Mask:' DC Servers Report Sexual Harassment Linked to COVID-19
Google has agreed to pay $2.59 million as part of a settlement with the U.S. Department of Labor over allegations of systemic discrimination as it relates to compensation and hiring. http://ow.ly/WEhU50Dpo9m
SFCHRONICLE.COM
Google settles allegations of hiring, pay inequities
Workplace harassment and abuse of employees by their supervisors is an issue that can create an oppressive, hostile, intimidating, abusive, and offensive work environment, and can interfere with their emotional well-being. http://ow.ly/C1xi50Doec5
WMLAWYERS.COM
Former healthcare employees file workplace sexual harassment lawsuit - John Winer Site
In interviews with current and former staffers and reviews of district records, The Times found a pattern of complaints alleging harassment and bullying of women working for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. http://ow.ly/yq2p50Dzaa7
LATIMES.COM
‘They thought I was so low’: Women say they were harassed, bullied, ignored at powerful water agency
Our firm recently filed a lawsuit on behalf of a man who claims he was sexually abused by three former Napa State Hospital employees when he was a juvenile. http://ow.ly/FjRY50Dy7jx
NAPAVALLEYREGISTER.COM
Man accuses Napa State Hospital staff of sexually abusing him as teen patient in late 1960s
A bill was recently introduced by a California state legislator that aims at empowering more workers to speak up about alleged discrimination and abuse by banning certain provisions in confidentiality agreements. http://ow.ly/TMrx50Dx31R
MERCURYNEWS.COM
A proposed law in California seeks to ban NDAs that prevent workers from speaking up about discrimination and abuse
Our firm filed a racial discrimination lawsuit on behalf of two former employees of a San Francisco medical center, who allege they were subjected to harassment and discrimination due to their race and color. http://ow.ly/5Yv250DvXgv
WMLAWYERS.COM
Former San Francisco Medical Center Employees File Racial Discrimination Lawsuit - John Winer Site
Research from the University of Georgia shows that the pandemic has had a distinct psychological impact on Black Americans, who fear racial bias in medicine. http://ow.ly/D8JJ50DuGC8
ONLINEATHENS.COM
UGA study examines COVID-19 and increased psychological distress among Black Americans
A recent report revealed that a hierarchal culture, poor reporting structures, and power disparities ensured allowed a powerful Harvard government professor to harass nearly 20 women over four decades. http://ow.ly/CwBn50DsEBX
BOSTONGLOBE.COM
External report says Harvard administrators did little to stop a professor’s decades-long sexual harassment - The Boston Globe
Hundreds of people accusing Northern California priests and clergy of sexually abusing them as children are coming forward for the first time, enabled by AB 218 which opened a three-year window to file new lawsuits. WBS is among the firms working to help victims of childhood sexual abuse obtain justice. http://ow.ly/IrKW50DF56e
NBCBAYAREA.COM
600 Sex Abuse Lawsuits Expected to Hit Northern CA Dioceses in New Window for Accusers
Age discrimination is one problem some may experience in the workplace, which can leave people with the feeling of anger and embarrassment. http://ow.ly/Q3ZU50DE0oY
NEWSANYWAY.COM
Most Common Examples of Workplace Discrimination | News Anyway
Results from a recent study reveal that male victims are generally regarded less favorably than female victims of sexual harassment and were believed to have suffered less and to require less time to recover. http://ow.ly/qDI950DCXet
PSYPOST.ORG
Male victims of workplace sexual harassment are viewed less favorably and elicit less sympathy
Reports by Asian Americans Advancing Justice and the Asian American Bar Association of New York found dramatic spikes in anti-Asian hate crimes and other instances of bias compared with previous years. http://ow.ly/YHdE50DBU0o
SFCHRONICLE.COM
Editorial: Bay Area's anti-Asian violence requires a concerted response
In the next 30 years, the number of people aged 60 and older will rise to 2 billion, up from 900 million in 2015. But ageism may be on the rise in the COVID-19 economy. http://ow.ly/2Uem50DAUE8
FOREIGNPOLICY.COM
How the Pandemic Made the ‘Last Acceptable Prejudice’ Worse
In interviews with current and former staffers and reviews of district records, The Times found a pattern of complaints alleging harassment and bullying of women working for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. http://ow.ly/yq2p50Dzaa7
LATIMES.COM
‘They thought I was so low’: Women say they were harassed, bullied, ignored at powerful water agency
Since the downfall of ex-Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, scores of entertainment and media figures have been accused and driven from their careers, and a handful of other men are in the early stages of criminal prosecutions. http://ow.ly/AacB50DJ70L
USATODAY.COM
Harvey Weinstein has been behind bars for a year: What's changed?
The study conducted by Washington State University found that the gender gap disappeared when women began using assertive language at work, and that their advice was just as likely to be followed as the men’s advice. http://ow.ly/eD2250DI023
FASTCOMPANY.COM
The gender gap disappeared when women used these assertive phrases in a workplace study
After a group of women accused the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California management of tolerating sexual harassment and abuse of women in its workforce, the president of the Los Angeles City Council has threatened to sever the city’s relationship with the agency. http://ow.ly/z0PI50DGTvY
KTLA.COM
L.A. council president threatens to cut city ties to water agency over alleged sexual harassment faced by workers
Hundreds of people accusing Northern California priests and clergy of sexually abusing them as children are coming forward for the first time, enabled by AB 218 which opened a three-year window to file new lawsuits. WBS is among the firms working to help victims of childhood sexual abuse obtain justice. http://ow.ly/IrKW50DF56e
NBCBAYAREA.COM
600 Sex Abuse Lawsuits Expected to Hit Northern CA Dioceses in New Window for Accusers
Age discrimination is one problem some may experience in the workplace, which can leave people with the feeling of anger and embarrassment. http://ow.ly/Q3ZU50DE0oY
NEWSANYWAY.COM
Most Common Examples of Workplace Discrimination | News Anyway
Results from a recent study reveal that male victims are generally regarded less favorably than female victims of sexual harassment and were believed to have suffered less and to require less time to recover. http://ow.ly/qDI950DCXet
PSYPOST.ORG
Male victims of workplace sexual harassment are viewed less favorably and elicit less sympathy
The Boy Scouts of America has pledged to provide a victims’ trust fund with at least $300 million to compensate victims of sexual abuse. http://ow.ly/wcBU50DPnV1
CNN.COM
Boy Scouts plan fund with at least $300 million for sex abuse victims, court documents show
After a third accuser alleged harassment, New York Attorney General Letitia James said that her office is formally proceeding with an investigation into sexual harassment allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
http://ow.ly/yhzh50DObav
NBCNEWS.COM
New York AG cleared to 'move forward' with inquiry into sexual harassment allegations against Cuomo
About 1 in 4 men is a victim of some form of sexual violence over the course of his lifetime, with LGBTQ men at greater risk than heterosexual men. http://ow.ly/vnnp50DN73b
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Why we don’t talk about sexual violence against boys — and why we should
The House recently passed the Equality Act, an LGBTQ rights bill that would prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. http://ow.ly/DBST50DL5DW
THEGUARDIAN.COM
Equality Act: US House passes sweeping LGBTQ+ rights bill
Since the downfall of ex-Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein, scores of entertainment and media figures have been accused and driven from their careers, and a handful of other men are in the early stages of criminal prosecutions. http://ow.ly/AacB50DJ70L
USATODAY.COM
Harvey Weinstein has been behind bars for a year: What's changed?
The study conducted by Washington State University found that the gender gap disappeared when women began using assertive language at work, and that their advice was just as likely to be followed as the men’s advice. http://ow.ly/eD2250DI023
FASTCOMPANY.COM
The gender gap disappeared when women used these assertive phrases in a workplace study
President Joe Biden recently ordered his administration to review Trump administration rules around campus sexual assaults that bolstered the rights of the accused and narrowed the scope of cases colleges must address. http://ow.ly/CZhM50DTtVJ
NBCNEWS.COM
Biden to order review of changes to college sexual misconduct rules under Trump
Many parents question how and when to talk about sexual assault and consent with their children. Experts claim that
children are ready to learn about the fundamentals of sex abuse as soon as they begin to understand human relationships. http://ow.ly/dk8f50DRsjc
NBCNEWS.COM
Breaking the silence: How to talk to your kids about sexual assault, consent
A third man has come forward with sexual abuse allegations against Chicago priest Michael Pfleger, who previously gained widespread acclaim for his activism. http://ow.ly/Pbv750DQqr5
NBCNEWS.COM
Activist Chicago priest Michael Pfleger facing multiple sexual abuse allegations
The Boy Scouts of America has pledged to provide a victims’ trust fund with at least $300 million to compensate victims of sexual abuse. http://ow.ly/wcBU50DPnV1
CNN.COM
Boy Scouts plan fund with at least $300 million for sex abuse victims, court documents show
After a third accuser alleged harassment, New York Attorney General Letitia James said that her office is formally proceeding with an investigation into sexual harassment allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
http://ow.ly/yhzh50DObav
NBCNEWS.COM
New York AG cleared to 'move forward' with inquiry into sexual harassment allegations against Cuomo
About 1 in 4 men is a victim of some form of sexual violence over the course of his lifetime, with LGBTQ men at greater risk than heterosexual men. http://ow.ly/vnnp50DN73b
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Why we don’t talk about sexual violence against boys — and why we should
Burger King’s United Kingdom division sparked an outcry earlier this week as critics accused the brand of using a sexist trope as social media clickbait on International Women’s Day. http://ow.ly/IRcZ50DXBmz
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Burger King sparks uproar with ‘Women belong in the kitchen’ tweet, ad on International Women’s Day
Because political behaviors and beliefs are not protected classes under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, private employers may discriminate against their employees and job applicants based on political views.
http://ow.ly/eR6350DWGEL
FORBES.COM
Is Political Discrimination In The Workplace Legal?
A series of violent attacks against Asian Americans has surged in the United States following the COVID-19 pandemic, sparking fear and outrage around the world, with civil rights groups and advocates demanding action. http://ow.ly/mKx450DVwcW
WMLAWYERS.COM
A Disturbing Rise in Discrimination and Harassment in theAsian American Community - John Winer Site
The publication of private pictures of former Rep. Katie Hill that drove her to resign from office will be contested in court in an argument that pits the 1st Amendment against California’s revenge-porn law. http://ow.ly/ToP050DUIP9
LATIMES.COM
Former Rep. Katie Hill's lawsuit pits 1st Amendment against revenge-porn law
President Joe Biden recently ordered his administration to review Trump administration rules around campus sexual assaults that bolstered the rights of the accused and narrowed the scope of cases colleges must address. http://ow.ly/CZhM50DTtVJ
NBCNEWS.COM
Biden to order review of changes to college sexual misconduct rules under Trump
Many parents question how and when to talk about sexual assault and consent with their children. Experts claim that
children are ready to learn about the fundamentals of sex abuse as soon as they begin to understand human relationships. http://ow.ly/dk8f50DRsjc
NBCNEWS.COM
Breaking the silence: How to talk to your kids about sexual assault, consent
Despite dramatic transformations in our collective understanding of sexual harassment at work, recent polling around Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s current scandals suggests there is still lingering confusion. http://ow.ly/xxKQ50E3EGb
NYTIMES.COM
30 Years After Anita Hill, We Should All Know What Sexual Harassment Is
The singular narrative of racism or misogyny also denies Asian women their full personhood. “Either we’re sex workers-slash-women or we’re Asian Americans. And I want the conversation to be about both.” http://ow.ly/wtfQ50E2Evq
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Perspective | ‘It’s race, class and gender together’: Why the Atlanta killings aren’t just about one thing
The governor of Mississippi signed into law a bill banning the state’s transgender student-athletes from participating in sports consistent with their gender identity. http://ow.ly/nh1V50E1xtf
NYTIMES.COM
How Some States Are Moving to Restrict Transgender Women in Sports
According to a new report from anti-sexual violence organization KnowYourIX, the COVID-19 pandemic has protected some victims from sexual assault better than their own universities did due to remote learning. http://ow.ly/1QZ950E0AD4
HUFFPOST.COM
'The Virus Is Protecting Me': Remote Learning Is Keeping Many Sexual Assault Survivors Safe
Tinder, along with its parent company Match Group, is working with a non-profit to help customers find out if their potential dating partner has a criminal record. http://ow.ly/SAme50DZwlP
FASTCOMPANY.COM
Tinder will integrate background checks to keep users safe
Burger King’s United Kingdom division sparked an outcry earlier this week as critics accused the brand of using a sexist trope as social media clickbait on International Women’s Day. http://ow.ly/IRcZ50DXBmz
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Burger King sparks uproar with ‘Women belong in the kitchen’ tweet, ad on International Women’s Day
The Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General found that former Auditor General of the Navy Ronnie J. Booth "engaged in a pervasive pattern of sexual harassment toward multiple female employees over a period of more than 20 years.” http://ow.ly/HG3i50E8HKT
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Senior Navy official sexually harassed women for years, Pentagon watchdog finds
Moncef Slaoui, former head of Operation Warp Speed, the government's COVID-19 vaccine development effort, has been fired for sexual harassment. http://ow.ly/bAtI50E7GLM
CNBC.COM
GSK fires ex-Operation Warp Speed chief Moncef Slaoui over 'substantiated' sexual harassment claims
These women stand among the most significant figures in a reckoning not just at Pinterest, but in Silicon Valley, where 5% of tech leaders are women, far fewer are Black or Latinx, and only 2% of venture capital money goes to female founders. http://ow.ly/FLH950E6E1W
TIME.COM
Pinterest and the Subtle Poison of Sexism and Racism in Silicon Valley
Ten women allege that a popular, members-only goth venue’s leadership ignored sexual misconduct among members at the club and its festivals. http://ow.ly/gtFl50E5zBN
LATIMES.COM
L.A. Goth nightclub known for rituals and secrecy has closed amid sexual misconduct claims
Despite dramatic transformations in our collective understanding of sexual harassment at work, recent polling around Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s current scandals suggests there is still lingering confusion. http://ow.ly/xxKQ50E3EGb
NYTIMES.COM
30 Years After Anita Hill, We Should All Know What Sexual Harassment Is
The singular narrative of racism or misogyny also denies Asian women their full personhood. “Either we’re sex workers-slash-women or we’re Asian Americans. And I want the conversation to be about both.” http://ow.ly/wtfQ50E2Evq
WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Perspective | ‘It’s race, class and gender together’: Why the Atlanta killings aren’t just about one thing