Harassment

Landmark International Treaty Adopted to Shield Lawyers from Harassment and Attacks

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Strasbourg, France – In a landmark move, the Council of Europe has adopted the first-ever international treaty dedicated to safeguarding the profession of lawyers. The treaty emerges in response to growing concerns over harassment, threats, and interference in the legal practice, addressing an urgent need to enhance lawyers’ security and their capability to perform duties without obstruction. Lawyers are central to maintaining the rule of law and ensuring equitable access to justice. They are instrumental in addressing potential human rights violations, making their protection integral to the confidence the public holds in the justice system. … Read more

Mumbai Court Dismisses Sexual Harassment Case Against Nana Patekar and Ganesh Acharya Citing Legal Delays

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Mumbai, India – In a significant legal development, an official announcement was released on behalf of Nana Patekar, Ganesh Acharya, Sami Siddiqui, and Rakesh Sarang concerning a sexual harassment case initiated by former actress Tanushree Dutta. Padma Shkatkar, the attorney for the accused, stated that the case was dismissed due to non-adherence to the requisite time limits set forth by the Limitation Act for filing the FIR. The controversy began when Dutta filed FIR No. 448/2018 at the Oshiwara police station on October 10, 2018, accusing several prominent figures in the Bollywood film industry of … Read more

Albuquerque Apartment Manager Barred for Life After Settlement in Harassment Case

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A group of nine women have reached a settlement in a lawsuit against their former property manager, accused of sexual harassment in an Albuquerque apartment complex, officials confirmed. The dispute centers around allegations that the manager of St. Anthony Plaza Apartments, located in the northwest region of the city, engaged in inappropriate behavior ranging from invasive comments to unwelcome physical advances over a span of more than a decade. The legal action brought to light claims that Ariel Solis Veleta, who oversaw the apartment complex, exploited his role by harassing female tenants … Read more

Johnny Depp’s Attorney Weighs in on Justin Baldoni’s Legal Battle with Blake Lively Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations

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Johnny Depp’s attorney, Benjamin Chew, recently shared his insights on the ongoing legal battle involving Blake Lively and “It Ends With Us” director and co-star Justin Baldoni. During an interview on “Law&Crime Sidebar with Jesse Weber,” Chew, who is known for representing Depp in his defamation trial against Amber Heard, commented on Baldoni’s decision to take a proactive stance by launching a website dedicated to his defense. Chew described Baldoni’s actions, which include posting his amended complaint and a timeline of events pertinent to the case, as “very aggressive.” He noted that while it is … Read more