Gender Discrimination Case Brings $40 Million Arbitration Award

A former Senior Vice President of Kargo Global, Inc., Alexis Berger, was awarded over $40 million in her gender discrimination arbitration case. The figure includes funds for emotional distress, back pay, and damages. Attorneys for Kargo have filed for reduction of the award in federal district court to $3 million, citing issues with the arbitrator. [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/28/gender-discrimination-case-award/

Sidney L. Gold Founding Member of the National Employment Lawyers Association

Sidney L. Gold is a founding member of the Eastern Pennsylvania chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA). Since 1983, he has held membership in the organization, which protects workers’ rights, and helps guide the direction and future of employment law matters. In 2008, NELA started the Employee Rights Advocacy Institute for Law and [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/news_releases/sidney-l-gold-founding-member-national-employment-lawyers-association/

What Doctors Should Know About Non-Compete Clauses

A professional should know about the complexities of non-compete clauses because they are to be read and analyzed carefully before signing. Often, physicians feel they have little leverage in their employment negotiations, especially when they do not have professional contacts. Information in an employment contract can be negotiated, and it is a professional’s responsibility to [ ] The post What Doctors Should Know About Non-Compete Clauses appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/12/27/doctors-know-non-compete-clauses/

Sexual Harassment Lawsuits

Sexual harassment has become a pervasive topic in the news during recent months. In the fallout of many accusations, those who are not in the spotlight are summoning the courage to come forward, and those in positions of judgment are taking the issue very seriously. Recently in New Jersey, a judge ordered a tow company [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/26/sexual-harassment-lawsuits/

Religious Discrimination

Laws concerning how religion is addressed at work can be confusing. Employers are prohibited from making decisions based upon an employee or candidate’s religion. At the same time, they are required to accommodate employees’ religious beliefs and practices, provided they do not pose an undue hardship to fellow employees or the business. Title VII of [ ] The post Religious Discrimination   appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/12/25/religious-discrimination/

Rutgers University Shines Light on Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment dominates the news today as we have seen major figures in the world of entertainment, media, and politics held accountable for long-time actions. Some of these allegations involve sexual harassment, while others seem less definite. Rutgers University is conducting a series of workshops focusing on the topic. The workshops are sponsored by the [ ] The post Rutgers University Shines Light on Sexual Harassment appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/12/22/rutgers-university-shines-light-sexual-harassment/

New Immunization Requirements for Pennsylvania Students

Before starting the 2017-2018 academic school year, students in Pennsylvania had to complete immunization requirements. These new requirements were put into place to protect children from serious, preventable conditions, such as tetanus and polio. Parents can obtain exemptions to immunization requirements for their children if the vaccinations do not fit with their moral or philosophical [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/21/immunization-requirements-pennsylvania/

LGBT Employment Case Heads to Supreme Court

Certain cases for the United States Supreme Court have recently revolved around lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals that were fired or forced to leave their jobs due to their sexual orientation. Lambda Legal has asked the Supreme Court to hear the case of Jameka Evans, a Georgia security guard who was fired from [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/20/lgbt-employment-case-supreme-court/

Federal Judge Kozinski Retires Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations

After a flood of sexual harassment allegations, Federal Judge Alex Kozinski, who held an esteemed position as a chief judge across the entire West Coast in California, retired. Several women, some of which were present and former colleagues, and others whom he met at events, accused him of unwanted sexual remarks as well as inappropriate [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/19/federal-judge-kozinski-sexual-harassment/

Registered Nurse Disability Discrimination

Workplace injuries can happen at any time and may have unwanted side effects, including limited mobility and temporary leave of absence. Despite the pain and discomfort associated with injury, an accident in the workplace that presents a physical or mental impairment cannot face discrimination in the workplace. Any employee who can perform their assigned duties [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/19/registered-nurse-disability-discrimination/

MSNBC Paid Staffer Who Accused Chris Matthews of Sexual Harassment

Back in 1999, a worker at MSNBC accused Hardball host Chris Matthews of sexual harassment. After accusations were made to CNBC executives, the woman received payment and left her job. The harassment consisted of inappropriate remarks, and Matthews was reprimanded for the behavior by CNBC, which is the parent company of MSNBC, and the network. [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/18/chris-matthews-sexual-harassment/

Change Needed in Workplace Culture

You cannot turn on the news today without seeing a news report about sexual harassment in the workplace. While many of the claims are accounts out of Hollywood and within politics, more women in a wide variety of industries are feeling empowered to come forward and reveal their experiences of sexual harassment at work. Women [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/17/change-needed-workplace-culture/

New Legislation Seeks to Ban Non-Disclosure Agreements

As more high-profile sexual harassment cases continue to arise across the country, senators in Pennsylvania are pushing for changes in legislature that will help put a stop to the silent crime by offering victims a chance to speak out. Victims of sexual harassment in the workplace are often forced to remain silent due to laws [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/16/legislation-ban-non-disclosure-agreements/

Capitol Hill Sexual Harassment

When sexual harassment becomes an accepted component of workplace culture, it can be very difficult for victims to act against their harassers. Many employers have anti-harassment policies in place to provide clear guidelines about what constitutes sexual harassment, and how it is to be reported and handled within the company. Sexual harassment does not just [ ] The post Capitol Hill Sexual Harassment appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/12/15/capitol-hill-sexual-harassment/

Secret Payouts and Write-Offs for Harassers

Accused individuals often take extreme measures to keep their cases out of court because the stakes are high when sexual harassment claims arise. These measures can, and often do, involve substantial payouts for their accusers. Considering the recent slew of sexual abuse allegations against high profile figures, it is important that working individuals understand their [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/14/secret-payouts-harassers/

Sidney L. Gold Honored as One of America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators®

The legal team at Sidney L. Gold & Associates, P.C. proudly announces that its founder, Sidney Gold, has been named one of America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators® for 2017. To qualify for consideration among this esteemed group, an attorney must have served as lead counsel in a legal matter with at least $2 million [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/news_releases/sidney-gold-top-100-high-stakes-litigators/

Former Eagle Donovan McNabb Faces Sexual Harassment Accusations

Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb is facing sexual harassment accusations from a former colleague at the NFL Network. He is among six ex-NFL players who have been accused by the wardrobe stylist at the NFL Network who held the position from 2006 to October 2016. Upon exiting the job, she filed a claim against [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/12/donovan-mcnabb-sexual-harassment/

Chef Batali Exits Restaurant Business After Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Celebrity chef, Mario Batali, exited his restaurant business and television show, “The Chew,” after sexual misconduct allegations were lodged against him. The Monday announcement resulted from four women s accusations against Batali of inappropriate physical contact. Three of the women worked for him at his restaurant, and feared he would retaliate. In October one of the [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/12/chef-batali-sexual-misconduct/

Sexual Harassment in Congress

Bipartisan legislation was recently introduced to prevent and respond to sexual harassment in Congress. The Member and Employee Training and Oversight on Congress Act, also known as Me Too, was named for the social media hashtag that spread as backlash to the sexual misconduct allegations made against numerous powerful men, beginning with Harvey Weinstein. The [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/10/sexual-harassment-congress/

Silenced Workplace Harassment

It is not uncommon for a victim of sexual harassment in the workplace to remain silent. Not only can a victim lose their job for speaking openly about sexual discrimination and assault, but those who speak out may face legal action despite being a victim of an unacceptable crime. While it may seem like victims [ ] The post Silenced Workplace Harassment appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/12/09/silenced-workplace-harassment/

Corporate Whistleblower Center Rewards Doctors

The Corporate Whistleblower Center is a watchdog group that works to help whistleblowers make their case against organizations committing fraud and other crimes. The group recently announced a call-to-action for doctors and physician groups that included hints of million-dollar rewards for turning in Stark Law violators. The violators of interest to the Corporate Whistleblower Center [ ] The post Corporate Whistleblower Center Rewards Doctors appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/12/08/corporate-whistleblower-center-rewards-doctors/

Sexual Harassment Training is Failing

With the recent influx of sexual harassment claims surfacing in the media, it has become increasingly clear that sexual harassment training in the workplace is not effective. As more high-profile men and women are coming forward with allegations of sexual harassment, employers are beginning to confront the problem head-on by evaluating the training methods used [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/07/sexual-harassment-training-failing/

Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Plaza Hotel

In August 2017, a group of six women filed a lawsuit against The Plaza Hotel, alleging that during their employment at the hotel, they were subjected to uncomfortable, invasive remarks from cooks and other colleagues, including a celebrity chef associated with the hotel. The women involved in the claim are all current or former servers [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/06/sexual-harassment-plaza-hotel/

Systemic Age Discrimination in the Tech Industry

The technology industry is known for being largely staffed by younger workers. At first glance, this might not seem like anything notable as new technology is traditionally associated with young adults and many of the startup success stories of the past two decades involve younger founders. Upon closer examination, one can see another reason why [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/12/02/age-discrimination-tech-industry/

Sexual Orientation Discrimination is a Form of Sex-based Discrimination

Unlike race, religion, sex, and national origin, sexual orientation is not a protected class under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Technically, this means that it is not illegal for employers in the United States to discriminate against job applicants and employees based on their sexual orientations. However, one case involving a sky diving [ ] The post Sexual Orientation Discrimination is a Form of Sex-based Discrimination appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/12/01/sexual-orientation-discrimination/

US Representative John Conyers Accused of Physically Violating Woman

On a Thursday morning Today show appearance, a woman accused US Representative John Conyers of physically violating her. Although the former employee received a settlement, she broke the confidentiality agreement to take a stand against sexual harassment, so that other women like her granddaughter may not have to face obstacles like these in the workplace. [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/30/john-conyers-physically-violating-woman/

Subtle Bias in the Workplace

When we think about harassment or discrimination in the workplace, we usually think of the more obvious signs. However, there are many subtle forms of bias that also exist at work that are not always taken seriously. Employees are far more likely to experience subtle forms of bias than the more obvious variety. Subtle bias [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/30/subtle-bias-workplace/

Today Host Matt Lauer Fired After Sexual Misconduct Claims

NBC News announced on Wednesday morning that they fired Matt Lauer after sexual misconduct claims were made. A colleague stated in the complaint that the 20-year veteran of the Today show engaged in inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace. Although this is the first reported sexual misconduct allegation against Matt Lauer since NBC appointed him [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/29/matt-lauer-fired-sexual-misconduct/

Fashion House, Gucci, Involved in Gender Harassment Case

A former employee of a Chicago Gucci store is suing the fashion giant for a hostile work environment, quid pro quo sexual harassment, and negligent supervision. The plaintiff alleges that during the two years she was employed as a salesperson at Gucci, she was subjected to her manager’s inappropriate comments and sexual advances. The woman [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/24/gucci-gender-harassment-case/

Defending a Medical Malpractice Claim

Doctors train for years and strive to provide the best possible care for their patients. However, even with the best intentions and quality of care, medical malpractice claims occur. In fact, a doctor may do nothing wrong and still face a medical malpractice lawsuit. When a suit does occur, certain physicians do not know what [ ] The post Defending a Medical Malpractice Claim appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/11/22/defending-medical-malpractice-claim/

CBS News Fires Charlie Rose After Sex Allegations

CBS News fired Charlie Rose from his co-host duties on the CBS This Morning show and his role as a 60 Minutes contributor on Tuesday due to sex allegations. Although no CBS News employees accused the broadcaster of these claims, many women who worked with him on his PBS interview show, which has been suspended [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/22/cbs-charlie-rose-sex-allegations/

Pregnancy Discrimination at NJ Realty Group

Pregnancy discrimination is a form of discrimination that can have a substantial impact on a working woman’s life and the lives of her family members. Pregnancy discrimination involves very specific forms of mistreatment; therefore, it is recognized as a category separate from sex discrimination. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 amended Title VII of the [ ] The post Pregnancy Discrimination at NJ Realty Group appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/11/21/pregnancy-discrimination-nj-realty-group/

Pregnancy Discrimination and Female Police Officers

Two recent lawsuits underscore the reality that pregnancy discrimination against female police officers is an ongoing problem. One police officer filed suit, claiming her police department discriminated against her by demoting her to patrol duty immediately after she returned from maternity leave. Patrol duty made it impossible for the officer to pump breast milk for [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/18/pregnancy-discrimination-police-officers/

Healthcare Organizations Targeted for Discrimination Lawsuits

Discrimination in the workplace is protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Unfortunately, workplace discrimination against disabled applicants and employees still happen. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) sues employers who discriminate against workers with disabilities. Recent lawsuits indicate that healthcare organizations are special targets of the EEOC. The EEOC discovered that medical [ ] The post Healthcare Organizations Targeted for Discrimination Lawsuits appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/11/17/healthcare-organizations-discrimination-lawsuits/

Holiday Christmas Party Tips for Employees

It’s that time of year again when businesses send out invitations to the holiday work party. Although, on the surface, these events can offer good food, entertainment, and the chance to spend some carefree time with co-workers, they can also be tricky to navigate. Here are a few tips for surviving and enjoying the holiday [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/16/holiday-christmas-party-tips/

Aging Doctors Put Their Patients at Risk

As individuals age, their physical and cognitive capabilities decline. In many positions, this is correlated with reduced productivity and capability to perform job duties. In the medical field, there is an ongoing debate over whether doctors should have a mandatory retirement age. It is not uncommon for physicians to continue to practice into their 70s [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/15/aging-doctors-patients-risk/

Whistleblower Protections

Many people have reported when their employers engaged in unlawful or shady practices, only to lose their jobs as the result. In fact, a new study on state whistleblower lawsuits indicate that most employees who initiate this action will be fired. A recent report by a whistleblower advocacy group claims that most people who expose [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/11/whistleblower-protection/

Sexual Harassment of Medical Personnel

Sexual harassment is a pervasive problem in the workplace. Harassment occurs in various industries, including highly-skilled fields such as medicine. Medical personnel are speaking out about sexual harassment and the results are alarming. Researchers collaborated with the American Physical Therapy Association to survey over 800 physical therapists about workplace harassment. Sexual Harassment in Physical Therapy [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/10/sexual-harassment-medical-personnel/

When Doctors Should Hire a Lawyer

Treating patients is a business and like any business, there are times when the advice of a lawyer is needed. However, many physicians are unsure when they need a lawyer and what kind. A physician would be wise to retain the services of a law firm that regularly handles health care related matters. There are [ ] The post When Doctors Should Hire a Lawyer appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/11/08/doctors-hire-lawyer/

Unpaid Wages and Overtime Prompt Lawsuit Against Urban Outfitters

Two retail employees from Urban Outfitters filed a lawsuit against the company for allegedly failing to fairly compensate them for hours they worked. Two separate claims were filed in New Jersey Federal Court against the Philadelphia-based company by a department manager from Royal Palm Beach, Florida, and another department manager from New York City. Apparently, [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/07/unpaid-wages-lawsuit-urban-outfitters/

Whistleblower Protections

Legislation to ensure protections for federal employees who disclose government waste, fraud, and abuse has been unanimously cleared by the House. The measure will provide for the training of federal workers so that they understand their protections. It will also enhance penalties for supervisors who retaliate against whistleblowers. The bill orders the Veterans Administration to [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/05/whistleblower-protections/

Workers Without Paid Sick Leave Suffer Mental Distress

Only seven states currently require employers to provide workers with paid sick leave. In 15 states legislation has been passed to prohibit cities from passing laws to require paid sick leave. Many see paid sick leave as an unnecessary business expense, but recent research has shown that when workers do not have paid sick time, [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/04/workers-without-paid-sick-leave-suffer-mental-distress/

Women Are Standing Up to Sexual Harassment

More and more high-profile women are breaking their silence and coming forward with allegations of sexual harassment. Earlier this year, Grammy-winning singer Taylor Swift won a sexual harassment case against former disc jockey David Mueller, claiming that he groped her while they posed for photos. Swift was awarded a symbolic $1, having fought the case [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/11/03/women-standing-up-sexual-harassment/

Whistleblower Rights in New Jersey

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employees who face retaliation for taking certain actions in the workplace have the right to seek compensation for their related damages. These actions include taking steps to combat legal violations in the workplace. Whistleblowers, employees who combat such violations by reporting them to law enforcement, [ ] The post Whistleblower Rights in New Jersey appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/11/02/whistleblower-rights-new-jersey/

Can My Employer Say Bad Things About Me?

Ask Traci M. Greenberg, Esquire. Traci Greenberg of Sidney L. Gold & Associates was recently interviewed by Super Lawyers covering a hot topic employees often ponder. The article discusses a question many employees often ask: can an employer give a bad reference about a former employee? To read the full article, click here. For more information [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/10/27/can-employer-say-bad-things-empoyee/

Sexual Harassment Claims on the Rise in Tech Industry

Despite news reports calling out the technology industry’s sexual harassment problem, some experts believe that sexual harassment allegations in the industry will continue to rise. Many women are feeling hopeful as more women are speaking out about sexual harassment, which has been a surfacing issue in the tech industry for some time. Over 200 women [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/10/26/sexual-harassment-claims-rise-tech-industry/

Pregnancy Discrimination Claims – By Males

Many employers in the United States agree that it is wise to recognize the needs of pregnant women in the workplace. Employers are often flexible when it comes to work hours because they value their female employees. However, the same courtesy does not always extend to fathers, which can result in pregnancy discrimination in the [ ] The post Pregnancy Discrimination Claims – By Males appeared first on Discrimlaw NJ.
http://www.njdiscrimlaw.net/2017/10/25/pregnancy-discrimination-claims-males/

Harvey Weinstein Fallout

The legal fallout continues for Hollywood producer, Harvey Weinstein, who was recently accused of committing acts of sexual harassment over the past 30-years. As celebrities and former employees have come forward with allegations of sexual advances and misconduct that have been covered up over the years, things are looking worse and worse for Weinstein. Reports [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/10/25/harvey-weinstein-fallout/

Disciplinary Measures in a Residency Program

As a medical resident or post-graduate fellow there is a certain code of conduct that must be followed. Disciplinary action by a residency program is a major issue. Schools require administrators to document any disciplinary action taken against residency students. These documents will stay on school records and anyone with access will find information about [ ] The post Disciplinary Measures in a Residency Program appeared first on Discrimlaw Healthcare.
http://www.healthcarelawfirm.net/2017/10/24/disciplinary-measures-residency-program/

Fox News Reporter States O’Reilly Settlement is Significant Setback

During his Media Buzz show on Sunday morning, Fox News reporter, Howard Kurtz, stated that the Bill O’Reilly settlement is a “significant setback” for the company. In February, O’Reilly was offered a renewal of his contract with Fox News for four years at about $25 million per year. The $32 million sexual harassment settlement, which [ ]
http://www.discrimlaw.net/2017/10/24/fox-news-reporter-oreilly-settlement/