The #MeToo Movement Prompts Legislative Action in California
The California legislature has responded to recent high-profile allegations of sexual harassment with multiple bills.
July 18, 2018 at 06:28 PM
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Margaret Grover, partner with Wendel Rosen Black & Dean. Protection for Complaints, Investigations, and Employment References
Legislative Intent to Protect Workers Against Harassment
Prohibition of Non-Disparagement Clauses
New Training Requirements
Protected Time Off to Obtain Relief
Litigation of Harassment Claims
Margaret J. Grover , a partner in the employment practice at Oakland law firm Wendel, Rosen, Black & Dean, has been practicing employment law for more than 30 years. She enjoys helping employers understand the complex rules that govern the employer-employee relationship and finding practical solutions to thorny workplace issues. She can be reached at 510-834-6600 or [email protected].This content has been archived. It is available through our partners, LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law.
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