Opus Group LLC

Prompt investigation of sexual harassment complaint avoids $1 million punitive damages.

Sexual harassment in the workplace is the source of significant liability for employers. An employer may be found liable for discrimination if it is notified of sexual harassment in the workplace and fails to take adequate remedial action. However, a firm company policy against harassment coupled with a prompt, thorough and unbiased investigation process brings important benefits for the employer.

In a recent appellate decision in Massachusetts¹, (more…)