CBS sexual harassment news.

IMHO, we are likely to hear more from this still employed actor who seems to have no idea what is right and what is wrong. Weatherly told the Associated Press.   "Not to get into any of the ifs, ands or buts about what is right or wrong and where it comes from."  "Professionally I owe a great part of my career to the decision-making of the higher-ups at the company. It's a complicated place to be." What? Read more.

In case you missed it

 In case you missed a few, here is the sexual harassment / sexual assault list of shame recap published by the Seattle Times (read article).

Many high-profile men in Hollywood, politics, media and business have recently faced allegations ranging from sexual misconduct to rape. A look at some of the men accused:

Tom Ashbrook, longtime NPR host — Accused by 11 mostly young women and men of unwanted hugs, necks and back rubs and “creepy” sex talks. He was put on leave from his show “On Point.
Celebrity chef Mario Batali — Accused by four women of groping and grabbing employees and others. He apologized, gave up oversight of his restaurant empire and took leave from his ABC cooking show, “The Chew.”
Eddie Berganza, group editor of DC Comics — Accused of forcibly kissing and groping three women. He was fired.
Celebrity chef John Besh — Accused by 25 women of sexual harassment. He has stepped down from the company he founded.

Discrimination and Harassment are a top down problem.

Companies must implement policies that encourage healthy workplaces for everyone. Bro-culture leads to harassment and lawsuit(s) at Google

Just Don't Do it: Nike sued for pervasive corporate wide sex discrimination including sexual harassment

Don't Do it - Read More."Women came into the company paid less than men, then they are ranked more harshly and, as a result, got smaller raises and bonuses. I think Nike wants to say that 'Just a couple people were responsible for the problem and we've gotten rid of them.' But we know that's certainly not the case."

How do I know if I can trust my Attorney?

You don't. Like all relationships you should take the decision to hire an attorney seriously and do your due diligence before jumping in to what may prove to be a very long term relationship.

As a guideline this is the oath Washington Attorneys are bound by. If your attorney seems to be playing fast and lose with these rules from the get go find another attorney.

Washington State Oath of Attorney

I do solemnly declare:

1. I am fully subject to the laws of the State of Washington and the laws of the United States and will abide by the same.

2. I will support the constitution of the State of Washington and the constitution of the United States.

3. I will abide by the Rules of Professional Conduct approved by the Supreme Court of the State of Washington.

4. I will maintain the respect due to the courts of justice and judicial officers.

5. I will not counsel, or maintain any suit, or proceeding, which shall appear to me to be unjust, or any defense except as I believe to be honestly debatable under the law, unless it is in defense of a person charged with a public offense. I will employ for the purpose of maintaining the causes confided to me only those means consistent with truth and honor. I will never seek to mislead the judge or jury by any artifice or false statement.

6. I will maintain the confidence and preserve inviolate the secrets of my client, and will accept no compensation in connection with the business of my client unless this compensation is from or with the knowledge and approval of the client or with the approval of the court.

7. I will abstain from all offensive personalities, and advance no fact prejudicial to the honor or reputation of a party or witness unless required by the justice of the cause with which I am charged.

8. I will never reject, from any consideration personal to myself, the cause of the defenseless or oppressed, or delay unjustly the cause of any person.

Attorneys also answer to their state board and the Supreme court of the State. In Washington the Washington State Bar Associate. They are bound by a Professional Code of Conduct. These rules can be found here in their entirety. https://www.law.cornell.edu/ethics/wa/code/WA_CODE.HTM    (if the link isn't active, please cut and paste into a new browser window.)

Anti-Harassment / Stalking Petition Help

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Request an Employment law Consultation

It can be confusing and intimidating to deal with sexual harassment or discrimination in the workplace. You don't have to face it alone. Before you make a major decision, quit or sign anything for your employer talk to an attorney.

 Employment Law Question? Determine what your next steps should be. Contact Seattle Employment Attorney Nicole Gainey.

In the Workplace: Session Two - Reporting

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Know your Workplace Rights

Looking for more information about your Rights? Use the links below to get started.

For information about federal anti-discrimination laws, including how to file a federal charge of discrimination see the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.

For information about Washington state anti-discrimination laws, visit the Washington Human Rights Commission website.

For information about workers’ rights to fair wages and hours in Washington consult the Washington Department of Labor & Industries.

For legal assistance and information on unemployment benefits, consult the Unemployment Law Project.

For a description of federal False Claims Act whistleblower claims, consult the Department of Justice.

For legal assistance and information on minimum wage, wage theft, paid sick & safe time, consult the Office of Labor Standards – Seattle

Second Podcast - Reporting Discrimination or Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

In a perfect world, dealing with Discrimination or Sexual harassment in the workplace would be about putting systems in place and creating a corporate culture where such behavior is not allowed to exist much less get so out of hand that it creates a hostile work environment. We don't live in a perfect world, so what do you do when confronted with Biased Jokes, Discriminatory treatment or Sexual harassment in the workplace. Tune in, April 27, 2018, to find out.