Tag: Nancy Drew Suders

Sexual Harassment: High Court Clarifies Law on Constructive Discharge in Harassment Cases; Lawsuit Prevention Strategies

By Jennifer Carsen Aug 1, 2004 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: May 18, 2015

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that a constructive discharge—in which the work environment becomes so intolerable that an employee is forced to quit—can amount to an adverse employment action in a hostile environment sexual harassment case. And, depending on the circumstances, you could be held automatically liable in this situation if the harasser is […]

Bulletin Item: Question Of Whether Employers Are Liable For Harassment When An Employee Quits Before Filing A Complaint Is Before The Supreme Court

By Jennifer Carsen Jan 1, 2004 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: May 18, 2015

By agreeing to review the case of Pennsylvania State Police v. Nancy Drew Suders, the Supreme Court will now determine whether employers will face the same liability in these situations as they do for supervisor harassment. We’ll keep an eye on the court and give you a thorough analysis of its decision when it becomes […]