#MeToo Employment Law

Although we may be involved in the nation’s highest profile cases, the general rights of employees accused of sexual misconduct remain the same. You should have the right to a fair and impartial investigation, the right to present evidence and witnesses in your defense, to be informed of the outcome of the investigation, and, most importantly, the right to legal representation. We have successfully represented hundreds of individuals fight against sexual misconduct employment actions. Results include job retention, severance agreements, firing of false accusers, and substantial financial reward.

There are many errors employers make in the process of firing someone related to sexual misconduct allegations. First, and foremost, the employer should be held to the company’s policies and procedures, as well any governmental legal requirements. Companies often act swiftly when confronted with allegations of sexual misconduct, especially when made against executives and public figures. Time and time again, we see these actions later reversed or employee receive substantial compensation.

There’s a long list of attacks on wrongful employment action:

• Investigation: Failure to conduct a thorough and unbiased investigation.
• Decision: Failure to apply rational and impartial decision making.
• Documentation: Failure to produce thorough records of the adverse action.

There are many strategic approaches to defend against employers. Our attorneys are top national legal analysts on major networks, include Fox News and CNN. We have the experience and connections to publicize cases when it’s in our client’s best interest. That potential often leaves the employers quick to desire a quiet end to the case. In other situations, lawsuits, EEOC complaints, and other administrative action is appropriate.

We partner with lawyers across the country to assist in cases outside our licensed states of New York, California, Illinois, and Michigan.