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When employee makes the harassment claim, her boss takes his good old time responding, too “I can hear you,” said Geraldine Rush, an employee. “You can’t talk like that about customers. It’s rude and inappropriate.”“You’re just jealous I didn’t say it about you,” said Shift Supervisor Jimmy Dean. “But I can’t say I don’t think […]
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Employer seems to ignore her claim because alleged harasser was at top of the food chain“Listen Cindy, I know I’m not the only one around here who is sick of Tim’s behavior,” said employee Danielle Lewis. “What’s even more disturbing is Tim does this to everyone — women and men!”“OK, let’s back up,” said manager […]
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Several women — including a teen — claim they were sexually harassed, then paid consequences for complaining about it “Juan has tormented us long enough!” said Jessica Simpson, an employee, as she rushed into the manager’s small office. “I know I’m not alone on this. Alicia and Monica already complained to you. They told me.”“OK, […]
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Employee has preferred pronouns, but boss and employees won’t commit to them: Is that the company’s fault?“Stop it! Just stop it!” said Dustin Bridges, hollering over his shoulder and moving quickly toward his boss’ door, his voice loud enough to announce his arrival.“You looking for me?” Manager Perry Baker said before Dustin could knock on […]
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When employee is fired, the jerk at work gets the company sued for a hostile environment “I don’t think I’ve ever met a bigger jerk at work,” said Delores Hedgeland. “If my Christian soul would allow me to hate someone, he’d be first on the list.”“OK, OK, Delores. Let’s start this conversation again,” said Manager […]
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Employee says it’s impossible to escape graphic and violent music at work “Does it ever stop playing? Does anyone else ever say, ‘Turn down this crappy music?’” Bridget Boyer hollered as she walked into her boss’ office, cupping her hands over her ears.“It’s supposed to be motivating,” said Jerome Moffat. “You’re relatively new here, so […]
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What started as harassment ends in retaliation, employee insists “We have schedules for a reason. Customers depend on us. You can’t be late,” said Manager Andy Davis. “And if we can’t depend on you, we need to find someone we can depend on.”Employee Brenda Matterhorn stood with her hands on her hips, staring at Andy […]
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More than one employee says the alleged harasser needs to go, yet the company keeps him“This is beyond creepy!” hollered Samantha Rhoades. “It’s downright disgusting. It’s vulgar. And I’m sick of it.”“OK, OK, calm down, Sam,” said Jude Lawe, her manager. “I get it. In fact, it’s not the first time I’ve heard similar accusations […]
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Boss makes harassment response a priority, but is that enough?“I can’t even believe this is happening to me,” said employee CeCe Daniels. “I thought people were more accepting of this – of me – these days.”“I am. And I hope you know I’m an ally,” said CeCe’s manager, Lisa Volpe.CeCe nodded, her heart breaking a […]
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HR manager Lynn Rondo was signing up for a spin class – part of her New Year’s resolution to get in shape – when company attorney Eric Bressler knocked on her door.“Sorry to jump right in without even asking how your holidays were,” Eric said. “But Jessica Gray is suing us for retaliation.”Negatively impacted payLynn […]
