Creating a Harassment Free Work Environment
Dallas employment lawyer Keith Clouse outlines best practices for employers to prevent sexual harassment and reduce their risk of liability
Sexual Harassment and the Office Holiday Party
Keith Clouse, a Dallas employment lawyer who advises employers on personnel matters, shares these ideas for avoiding legal liability.
Six-year-old suspended for kissing incident at school
A six-year-old student was suspended for kissing a fellow student on the hand and cheek at school.
Settlement reached in discrimination lawsuit against celebrity chef
A settlement has been reached in the discrimination lawsuit against celebrity chef Paula Deen.
Judge throws out race claims in Paula Deen lawsuit
A federal judge has thrown out race discrimination claims against the celebrity cook in a lawsuit brought by a former restaurant manager.
Civil Tort Actions: Childhood Sexual Abuse and Women’s Substance Abuse
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse may turn to alcohol or other substances in an attempt to relieve their emotional suffering
Bikram yoga founder accused in sex scandal
Bikram Choudhury has been accused of sexual harassment by a former student.
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Rules for Plaintiff in Same-Sex Sexual Harassment Matter
/cdklawyers.com// 01/26/2012 The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled for the plaintiff in a same-sex sexual harassment matter. Cherry v. Shaw Coastal, Inc., No. 11-30403 (5th Cir. Jan. 19, 2012), available at http://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/opinions/pub/11/11-30403-CV0.wpd.pdf. A supervisor sent the plaintiff sexually charged text messages and regularly touched the plaintiff. Both the plaintiff and the plaintiff’s immediate […]
Dallas Employment Law Specialist Offers Tips to Avoid Legal Liability at the Company Party
/cdklawyers.com// 12/10/2011 While a company party should be a time for fun and merriment, an employer must prepare carefully to avoid potential legal issues. Dallas employment lawyer Keith Clouse provides the following tips. First, an employer should consider the added legal exposure that serving alcohol can bring. To avoid alcohol-related problems, an employer may […]
Utah Woman Sues Employer for ‘No-Bra Thursday’ and Sexual Harassment
Legal news for Utah employment lawyers: A Utah County woman sues her boss for sexually explicit clothing schedule.
Houston TX sexual harassment: Female Houston fire fighter files harassment suit
Legal news for Texas employment attorneys. A Houston fire fighter claims she was a victim of sexual harassment while on the job. Texas employment attorneys alert- Houston fire fighter, Jane Draycott, filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against the city of Houston. Houston, TX— A female Houston fire fighter filed a harassment lawsuit against the city […]
California employment News: Steven Seagal’s ex-employee filed sexual harassment suit
Legal News for California Employment Attorneys. Steven Seagal’s ex-assistant filed a civil suit against the famed movie star for allegedly using her as a “sex toy.” News for California employment lawyers- A civil lawsuit, filed against Steven Seagal in Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims alleged sexual harassment. Los Angeles, CA—Action movie star and Jefferson […]