Woman accused of stealing from clinic Oct 3, 2008
MONTROSE A former Montrose County Sheriff s Office employee who won a settlement on her sexual harassment complaint is now bound for court. Chrystal McClain, formerly Chrystal Black, is accused of creating and then using a shadow bank account to spend Olathe Medical Clinic money on herself. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
New Fish Species May Emerge Because Of How Females See Males Oct 3, 2008
(May 12, 2006) Sexual harassment is a burden that females of many species face, and some may go to extreme lengths to avoid it. Female guppies, a popular aquarium fish, may even risk their lives to avoid too much. (Science Daily)
Constangy, Brooks & Smith adds Los Angeles office Oct 3, 2008
The expansion will bring 10 new attorneys specializing in employment law defense, class action litigation, sexual harassment and discrimination including supervisor training, and labor law. In addition, several bilingual attorneys from Landegger, Baron & Lavenant will increase the range of services that Constangy will be able to offer clients. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Homophobia is not Hawkeye Oct 3, 2008
The DI reported on Wednesday that in response to the issue, the School of Social Work plans to review and revamp its "Safe Zone" program, which takes the responsibility of educating faculty on how to handle issues of sexual harassment. It is of utmost importance for the UI to handle these offenses with vital sensitivity and also to continue providing safe environments for all types of people. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Citizens score strip club Oct 3, 2008
I like it when the doors get opened for me(even though it barely happens these days due to women's rights and sexual harassment issues). I don't need any other woman talking for me and telling me what is good for me. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gay soldier receives MoD apology Sep 25, 2008
A lesbian soldier who was subjected to a campaign of sexual harassment by a male sergeant has received an apology from the Ministry of Defence (MoD). Lance Bombardier Kerry Fletcher, 31, originally from Sheffield, won her claim that she was pestered for sex by the sergeant at a tribunal in 2007. (BBC News -- UK)
Horrific High School Football Hazing Case Shakes New Mexico Town Sep 25, 2008
High school students will also learn about sexual harassment. "This was a very violent, very serious form of bullying," the superintendent said. (Fox News)
Paulson: Average American 'should be scared'... Sep 25, 2008
The Crypt: People should be more scared than mad, Paulson says - Politico. he needs to be more scared. (The Drudge Report)
OCEANSIDE: Former 'cop of the year' sues city for discrimination Sep 25, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. OCEANSIDE ---- A man once named Oceanside's police officer of the year has sued the city, charging that his former employer failed to accommodate him after an on-the-job injury and later fired him. (North County Times)
NMSU Basketball Player Avoids Jail Time Sep 25, 2008
Young, 21, was sentenced Wednesday to a one year deferred sentence which requires he does not drink or go to parties where alcohol is served; he must take a sexual harassment class, and complete 15 hours of community service. Young was charged last September for an on campus incident where he allegedly exposed himself to a woman in a dorm room. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
In the New Term, High Stakes for the High Court Sep 24, 2008
Sexual harassment in schools draws the justices into the interplay of two major discrimination statutes ... No. 07-1125, involves the alleged sexual harassment and bullying of a female kindergarten student by a male eighth grader multiple times on the school bus and in school. (Law.com)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Sep 24, 2008
Liao Yuan-lung (), former director of the Department of the Ministrys East Rift Valley National Scenic Area, was impeached by the Control Yuan yesterday for sexual harassment of two women. Liao was caught on tape putting his hands on the shoulders of two assistants of Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Chen Ying () at a dinner gathering in the end of 2005. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
SLIDE SHOWWhat Dolly Parton can still teach us about sexism in the workplace. Sep 24, 2008
Fonda and producer Bruce Gilbert designed 9 to 5 to be a statement film about a problem that everyone now knows as sexual harassment. "It was just normal," Fonda explains in the DVD commentary. (Slate)
Letters for Monday, September 22, 2008 Sep 23, 2008
Protection against sexual harassment and discrimination, equality in the workplace, as well as bodily integrity and autonomy are hallmarks of the feminist movement. Sarah Palin, Hillary Rodham Clinton and Geraldine Ferraro owe their very careers to the feminist movement. (Missoulian, MT)
G-G tells women to avoid burnout Sep 23, 2008
Ms Bryce said she was most proud of her time as sex discrimination commissioner and being a champion of equality of opportunity and fighting against sexual harassment. "I've never owned a pair of jeans but I had a fantastic denim boiler-suit and it got a lot of wearing," she recalled. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
In Egypt, sexual harassment grows Sep 23, 2008
Experts say social trends are exacerbating sexual harassment on the street here. The ECWR blames economic deprivation and even the growing conservative religious trend that promotes a restricted social role for women, and rebukes those who step outside it. (Christian Science Monitor)
School Committee agenda Sep 23, 2008
c) Appointment of Sexual Harassment Hearing Officer* [VOTE. d) Appointment of Title II Compliance Coordinator* [VOTE. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Nadal, Spain end US hopes of repeating Sep 22, 2008
NASCAR has fired two officials who had been suspended during an internal investigation into claims made in a $225 million racial discrimination and sexual harassment lawsuit against stock car racing's sanctioning body. Tim Knox and Bud Moore were fired last week, NASCAR spokesman Ramsey Potson said, but he declined to discuss the reasons for their dismissal. (Boston Globe)
Kenoi, beating rumors, advances Sep 22, 2008
He was the subject of a sexual harassment complaint, although he was not named as a defendant in a federal case against the county. The county lost. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
NASCAR fires officials named in lawsuit Sep 22, 2008
- NASCAR has fired two officials who had been suspended during an internal investigation into claims made in a $225 million racial discrimination and sexual harassment lawsuit against stock car racing's sanctioning body ... Grant, who is black, filed suit earlier that month alleging 23 specific incidents of sexual harassment and 34 specific incidents of racial and gender discrimination during the two-plus years she worked for NASCAR.. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wash. state lands commissioner race heats up Sep 22, 2008
Meanwhile, Democrats have tried to make hay of a sexual harassment claim filed against Sutherland. Sutherland in July acknowledged violating his agency's harassment policy in 2005 after an employee complained he made inappropriate remarks and touched her back. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Out Of The Box Sep 21, 2008
BlackBook magazine's Web site says the fetish sisters are scrounging up material on Box owner Simon Hammerstein and his partner Richard Kimmel to add to their self-published "The Porcelain Twinz, Our Life in the Sex Industry." The Langelys recently left their gig at The Box and told the mag, "The psychological abuse that we had to endure from Simon and Richard's corporate dictatorship and sexual harassment was ultimately why we left." The owners couldn't be reached. . (New York Post -- Gossip)
Former inspector issues discrimination complaint Sep 21, 2008
Duckett was named in Mauricia Grant's $250 million lawsuit against NASCAR, alleging racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful termination. Her lawsuit claimed Duckett was reprimanded and ultimately fired last November for using "aggressive language toward a white co-worker.''Duckett denied harassing Grant, though he acknowledged NASCAR suspended him with pay for two weeks. Duckett was accused by Grant of dumping water on another female official to simulate a wet T-shirt... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Single again? Avoid using work as a dating service Sep 21, 2008
"When you get caught up in the romance, you may find yourself thinking: Who cares if it ends badly and I lose my job? I'll just find another one.' If so, my advice is to find a job you love and to do so on your own terms. It's better than taking the chance of being escorted out of your current job by the security staff. However, if you really love your career, consider that when making a choice about whether to get romantically involved with a co-worker. The key here is to be aware of what is... (Montana Standard, MT)
NASCAR faces discrimination complaint Sep 21, 2008
In a brief statement included in the complaint, Duckett wrote, "During my employment I was subjected to different terms and conditions of employment and a hostile work environment because of my race and marital status and was wrongfully terminated in violation of Title VII and corresponding state laws."Duckett was named in the $225 million lawsuit filed in June by former NASCAR official Mauricia Grant in which she alleged racial and sexual discrimination, sexual harassment and wrongful... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kids offered reward to stop crime Sep 21, 2008
A list of suggested offenses that would be suitable for referral include use or possession of tobacco, stealing, disruption of school, vandalism, inappropriate language, skipping class, fighting and bullying, trespassing, weapon possession, and sexual harassment. By referring student rule-breakers to teen court, the district could cut down on suspensions or even expulsions. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Women in contract jobs vulnerable to sexual abuse' Sep 21, 2008
Montagne who examined the likelihood of sexual harassment in different types of employment found that casual job workers are also about five times more likely to be subjected to sexual harassment than permanent employees ... The study also highlights a strong link between sexual harassment and mental health problems ... He adds the person inclined towards sexual harassment has a coveted type of mind-set. (Expressindia.com)
You and the Law: Call it legal extortion Sep 20, 2008
Sexual Harassment lawsuits have become a simple, cost-effective way for some lawyers to legally commit Blackmail and Extortion ... I'll tell you about two cases where business owners were accused of sexual harassment with absolutely no independent, credible evidence supporting those claims ... I should have defended myself," he told me. Call it "Buyers Remorse," or, more correctly, in this case, the reaction of an innocent man."If he doesn't give me days, I'll claim sexual harassment"Nick runs a... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Pornography bill Sep 20, 2008
If the bill is passed into law, it will reduce crimes like rape and prevent sexual harassment and the vulgar artists will fix their appearance. ERDIBONE Jakarta. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Shari Arison's Pipe Dream Sep 19, 2008
Despite embarrassments--including charges by her second husband that she kidnapped their son and a sexual harassment conviction for her third--she s maintained a prominent public role as majority shareholder of two of Israel s biggest companies, Bank Hapaolim and Housing ruction, and a vocal advocate of corporate responsibility. Miya is the latest investment by Arison s eponymous Arison Group, and the centerpiece of her new commitment to socially responsible business. (Forbes -- Markets)
MAAU official found guilty of unwarranted behaviour Sep 19, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: A Disciplinary Committee set up to investigate an alleged sexual harassment case against a Malaysian Amateur Athletic Union (MAAU) official, found him guilty only of unwarranted behaviour ... The committee, who concluded their investigation after almost two weeks, deemed the official s action as unwarranted behaviour, not sexual harassment and the official who is pursuing his studies overseas, will not be considered for any overseas assignments until further notice, he told... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Election Letters 2008 (Sept. 19) Sep 19, 2008
For me, the distinction is clear: One allegedly involved a single action of dismissing an Alaska state trooper who had employed a taser on a 10-year old boy, and the other allegedly involved a number of troopers, repeatedly over a period of time, procuring women to engage in activities that ran from consensual adultery to sexual harassment and attempted rape. The fact that the media and liberal bloggers (and, sadly, many contributors to this paper) compare and equate these two scandals speaks... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Banks face up to raw end of crunch Sep 19, 2008
Since Australia's sexual harassment laws were introduced more than 20 years ago, there. Business. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
Politicians ponder Swiss role at the UN Sep 18, 2008
The commander had to step down over allegations of sexual harassment against a former girlfriend. Schmid is also locked in a long-standing political row with the rightwing People's Party. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Pop Tarts: Ex-Nannies Say Rob Lowe, Wife Were Perverts Sep 18, 2008
Gibson stated that a legal letter was sent to the celeb couple in March describing her claims of sexual harassment and unpaid wages, prompting the Lowes to sue her for a confidentiality breach. Gibson immediately cross-complained against them. (Fox News)
Higa sues over harassment case Sep 18, 2008
Stacy Higa, Big Island mayoral candidate and county councilman, has filed lawsuits in state and federal courts saying he did not receive due process of law when a federal judge ruled in favor of a former aide who accused him of sexual harassment. Although Higa was accused by former Council aide Melissa Chang in 2005, he was not a defendant in the case heard by federal administrative law Judge William Schmidt last year. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Red Cross Palm Beach chapter gets new leader Sep 18, 2008
Hunt was hired to replace Dean Dimke, who resigned in early 2006 following allegations of sexual harassment. Casey will oversee operations in the four counties within the chapter's jurisdiction, including Glades, Hendry, Okeechobee and Palm Beach. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
A murky exit Sep 18, 2008
Seminars on sexual harassment routinely stress the serious consequences. And a simple definition of sexual harassment is conduct upsetting to a colleague that continues after a request to stop. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)
DMV boss defends firing Sep 18, 2008
The sexual harassment was not investigated until after Cassidy protested his firing. At Wednesday's hearing, Angela White, 55, testified that Cassidy followed her around the office "like my shadow" and often put his hands on her shoulders. (News & Observer)
Women in contract jobs more likely to face sexual advances Sep 18, 2008
The research by Anthony LaMontagne, VicHealth Centre for the Promotion of Mental Health and Community Wellbeing, examined the likelihood of sexual harassment in different types of employment ... These findings suggest that workers in precarious employment arrangements need much greater protections from unwanted sexual advances," LaMontagne said. Victorian Health Promotion Foundation CEO Todd Harper said: "Not only are women more likely to experience sexual harassment but females make up bigger... (Economic Times)
Ramey charges have long history Sep 18, 2008
"Clayton City Council passed a resolution Feb. 12 asking Rickman's office to investigate whether Ramey or his family had stolen water from the city at two apartment complexes they own, Stave Mill and Laurel Falls. Ramey and council have been involved in the water dispute since city employees discovered in July 2007 that a water meter had gone unread for years.Ramey claims the city owes him for 29,000 for damage to a building caused by a water leak. Council offered to settle the dispute in... (Clayton Tribune, GA)
On Sex-Ed Ad, McCain Is Right Sep 17, 2008
Course material and instruction shall teach pupils to not make unwanted physical and verbal sexual advances and how to say no to unwanted sexual advances and shall include information about verbal, physical, and visual sexual harassment, including without limitation nonconsensual sexual advances, nonconsensual physical sexual contact, and rape by an acquaintance. The course material and instruction shall contain methods of preventing sexual assault by an acquaintance, including exercising good... (CBS News)
Lawyer tells of firefighters' parade distress Sep 17, 2008
The firefighters are seeking unspecified compensation from the city and the Fire Department, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation for publicly objecting to how their employer treated them. City Attorney Michael Aguirre told jurors that the men were assigned to the parade after another crew backed out with less than two days' notice due to a death in one member's family. (San Francisco Chronicle)
City Attorney Candidates Snarl in 'Lion Country' Sep 17, 2008
He was referring to the opening day of trial in a lawsuit filed against the city by four firefighters seeking $3 million on grounds of sexual harassment and hostile working conditions. They claim they were forced to staff a fire rig that took part in last year's Pride Parade, and wound up enduring a barrage of lewd comments along the route. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Aguirre Defends City In Firefighter Harassment Case Sep 17, 2008
SAN DIEGO -- In the midst of a re-election campaign marked by a flurry of legal and policy initiatives, will defend the city in a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by four firefighters involved in last year's Pride Parade. The firefighters are seeking $3 million damages on grounds that they were subjected to a barrage of obscene catcalls along the Hillcrest parade route during a forced assignment to staff a fire rig in the event. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Cary restaurant must pay up in sexual harrassment suit Sep 17, 2008
This was a case involving shocking and egregious sexual harassment, Lynette A. Barnes, regional attorney for the EEOC s Charlotte District Office, said in a statement. Clearly, this sort of behavior does not belong in the workplace. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
RI workers, children 'enslaved' in Malaysia, commission says Sep 17, 2008
The commission sent a fact-finding team to the Sabah plantations after a group of Indonesian teachers working there reported an alleged case of child exploitation as well as several cases of physical and sexual harassment of children of Indonesian migrant employees. A spokesman for the teachers, Sahrizal, said children between the ages of six and 18 had to work for hours collecting sacks of oil palm seeds scattered on the ground, in return for a minimal amount of pay. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Sgt. who shot at victim to be firearms instructor Sep 16, 2008
Welcome to the Trenton Police Department, where Paul "Capt. Sleepy" Messina teaches courses on laptop accountability after being suspended on sexual harassment charges involving a laptop computer - and now this. Virella, police sources said, took a course that would allow him to become a range master, or firearms instructor, for the department. (The Trentonian, NJ)
India not on path to achieve MDGs Sep 15, 2008
India not on path to achieve UN millennium goals- Developmental Issues-Earth-The Economic Times. Developmental Issues. (India Times)
Gov. Sarah Palin names new public safety commissioner Sep 15, 2008
Kopp resigned July 25 after 10 days on the job when a reprimand from a sexual harassment claim against him came to light. ARTICLE LINKS: | | Reader Comments Disclaimer ng: These comments do not represent the Juneau Empire's views. (Juneau Empire)
F.A.S.H.I.S.T! Sep 15, 2008
I just got an email from our new Provost telling me that I like everyone else working at the university must start attending mandatory sexual harassment awareness training sessions every two years ... On October 20th, there will be a meeting of a new campus group called Faculty Against Sexual Harassment Initiatives and Sensitivity Training - or FASHIST. Im the founder of the new group ... Those who join UNCW FASHIST will not attend the sexual harassment training sessions... (Townhall.com)
Senate panel considers local judge Sep 15, 2008
He's currently presiding over a sexual harassment trial involving firefighters and the city's gay pride parade. President Bush nominated Anello to the U.S. District Court on April 30, and the American Bar Association unanimously found him well-qualified, its highest rating. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Palin names Doyon security exec to lead Public Safety Sep 14, 2008
Chuck Kopp resigned after 14 days on the job in late July amid accusations of sexual harassment in a previous job. Kopp succeeded Walt Monegan, whom Palin fired earlier in July. (Anchorage Daily News)
'Horse race' coverage Sep 14, 2008
I know of several good attorneys who can help defend The Chronicle against the inevitable sexual harassment lawsuit. RON BISSINGER. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
VA Head: Surgeries At Illinois Hospital Months Off Sep 14, 2008
The VA's investigations of the surgical deaths often have been blistering, at times labeling the hospital's previous management as "dysfunctional and inefficient." A heavily redacted VA report in June also found bad employee morale stemming from various concerns including sexual harassment, forced retirements of elderly staff, the quality of patient care and the hiring of poor physicians. Two Kentucky widows are suing the U.S. government, blaming their husbands' deaths last year on what they... (CBS News -- US)
Ex-official accused of giving lap dances Sep 13, 2008
PHOENIX (AP) -- The sexual harassment allegations that led to the resignation of Buckeye's fire marshal included an accusation that he performed lap dances at work on a female employee. Town officials say Fire Marshal Manny DeAnda performed two lap dances on the woman and complimented her appearance on her birthday in June. (FOX 11, AZ)
Ex-Fresno Pacific director's lawsuit alleges retaliation Sep 13, 2008
The lawsuit says that Thomason is a victim of wrongful termination, breach of contract, defamation and retaliation for reporting sexual harassment. The university hasn't had a chance to review the lawsuit, said Fresno Pacific spokeswoman Diana Bates Mock. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
More of this story Sep 13, 2008
Charney has been the subject of several sexual harassment lawsuits. Still, business leaders praised the company for continuing its expansion in Downtown. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Tidbits: Justin is 'this close' to marrying Jessica Sep 12, 2008
Dish on the flyHes never been known for his work as an ad man, but Rob Lowe claims the sexual harassment allegations of two nannies hurt his career by preventing him from appearing in commercials ... Since the headline that a second nanny sued me for sexual harassment, I have been passed over for at least three commercials, any of which could have ultimately resulted in income of over $1 million. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Biden, Palin May Loom Large in Judge Picks Sep 12, 2008
Even though at first, Biden was inclined to keep the Anita Hill allegations of sexual harassment against Thomas private, "at the end of the day, he was not able to withstand the pressure" to make them public, Leo says. In the years after Thomas, Biden became increasingly regarded for his work on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, which he now chairs. (Law.com)
PHELPS PREPS Sep 12, 2008
Tom Brady appeared in his underwear for a mock sexual harassment training video. Michael Jordan danced in a hula skirt. (USA Today -- Life)
Sexual Harassment 10 Times More Likely In Casual And Contract Jobs Sep 12, 2008
Associate Professor LaMontagne's study examined the likelihood of sexual harassment in different types of employment ... Victorian Health Promotion Foundation CEO Todd Harper says: "Not only are women more likely to experience sexual harassment but females make up bigger proportions of industries which use more casual and contract labour." ... "There is a strong link between sexual harassment and mental health problems. This behaviour is costly and preventable," Mr Harper says. (Science Daily)
State Ethics Committee Holding Secret, Unplanned Meeting Sep 12, 2008
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- After the state Assembly's ethics committee met privately Thursday in a disciplinary case, members wouldn't say if it concerned a colleague accused of taking $500,000 in illegal payments, another accused of an affair with a legislative employee or a third accused of sexual harassment. Committee Chairman William Magnarelli, an Onondaga County Democrat, said the panel of four Democrats and four Republicans would try to reach a consensus on how to handle the case, which would... (New York Post)
About Sarah Palin Sep 12, 2008
" Palin fired most of the experienced staff she inherited. At the City and as Governor, she hired or elevated new, inexperienced, obscure people, creating a staff totally dependent on her for their jobs and eternally grateful and fiercely loyal - loyal to the point of abusing their power to further her personal agenda, as she has acknowledged happened in the case of pressuring the State's top cop (see below). As Mayor, Sarah fired Wasilla's Police Chief because he "intimidated" her, she told the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
NBA teaches African girls the right moves on - and off - the court. Sep 12, 2008
And when she tells a group of South African teenage girls at a basketball clinic how to protect themselves against sexual harassment, peer pressure, or drugs they listen, too. "Your bodies are a wonderful thing, so always take care of yourselves," she tells a group of 10th-grade athletes from various schools in the Johannesburg area. (Christian Science Monitor)
