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Expanding the Scope of Sexual Harassment Investigations: The Starbucks Case
The recent case of Moore v. Starbucks gives a good indication of the expanding ramifications of workplace sexual harassment and the importance of thoroughly investigating it. If you missed it, the basic facts of the case are these: Kati Moore, a 16 year old back in 2005, began a job at Starbucks. Her 24 year old supervisor, Timothy Horton, asked her out and the two began a sexual relationship. Kati Moore eventually confided to her mother … Read entire article »
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Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Victims Leave
Employees victimized by domestic violence or sexual assault will usually need time off to appear in court. This type of absence is protected by law and you must allow the employee the time off. Also, if you have 25 or more employees, you must also give time off (up to 12 weeks) to the employee if he/she wishes to seek assistance related Possibly Related Posts: A 2018 Train Wreck Coming? Still Time to Review the New California Laws for … Read entire article »
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