Hostile work environment Archives

What Damages or Remedies Can a Virginia Employee Recover in a Discrimination Lawsuit?

Under the Virginia Human Rights Act (VA HRA) as amended by the Virginia Values Act (SB 868), as of July 1, 2020 a prevailing employee in a discrimination case under state law may recover significant damages.

I am considering leaving my job because of the harassment I am suffering. What should I do?

No employee should have to endure harassment that has them questioning whether to even stay at their job any longer. But what’s important … Continued

What is a hostile work environment?

A hostile work environment is a legal claim under federal anti-discrimination laws. What it means is that an employee has been subjected to … Continued

Can an employer be held liable for customer sexual harassment?

Yes, courts have held that an employer may be found liable for the harassing conduct of its customers. The focus of the inquiry in … Continued