Harassment

Mentor City Officials Face Accusations in Harassment Lawsuit

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Mentor, Ohio — Tensions are high in the city of Mentor as a recent lawsuit uncovers unsettling allegations against the municipality’s top officials. Filed by a former government employee, the legal complaint paints a troubling picture of workplace misconduct, including harassment and other unprofessional behaviors, purportedly perpetuated by some of the city’s highest-ranking authorities. According to the suit, the patterns of harassment have created a toxic work environment, contributing to a culture of fear and intimidation among city employees. The lawsuit specifically names several senior officials, accusing them of egregious conduct that has reportedly persisted … Read more

Jury Awards $2 Million in Landmark Sexual Harassment Case Against SkyWest Airlines

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DALLAS – A Dallas federal jury recently ruled that a female employee at SkyWest Airlines endured a sexually hostile workplace, resulting in a $2 million judgement in punitive damages and $170,000 for emotional distress. The court’s decision marks a significant precedent for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in the Northern District of Texas, underscoring the agency’s commitment to combating workplace discrimination. Sarah Budd, a parts clerk at the Utah-based airline, became the focal point of egregious sexual harassment by various coworkers, including a supervisor. Her colleagues made unwarranted sexual comments and coercive suggestions … Read more

Former San Diego School Administrator Files Lawsuit Over Alleged Sexual Harassment by Ex-Superintendent

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San Diego, CA — A lawsuit was initiated on Monday in San Diego Superior Court by a former school district administrator who claims she faced demotion after spurning sexual advances from the district’s ex-superintendent, Lamont Jackson. Monika Hazel, the plaintiff and former area superintendent for San Diego Unified, is seeking legal recourse against both Jackson and the district, detailing allegations of a quid pro quo sexual harassment scheme. Hazel previously outlined her claims in a legal notice of damages against the district in July, which is typically a procedural step before filing a lawsuit. According … Read more

Family Sues School After Bullies’ Harassment Leads to Tragic Attempted Suicide of South Carolina Girl

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Greenville, S.C. – A grievous tale of prolonged bullying in Greenville, South Carolina, has led to a harrowing incident involving Kelaia Turner, a 14-year-old girl who tragically attempted suicide at the age of 12 after enduring relentless torment from fellow students at Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle School. According to a lawsuit filed by her family, the abuse spanned over a year, involving both physical and verbal elements, and culminated in a suicide attempt that left Turner with severe brain damage. The lawsuit, which implicates the school district and several faculty members, claims negligence in … Read more