California’s High Court Considers “Friends” Sitcom Harassment Case
Last week, the California Supreme Court listened to arguments regarding the limits of sexual harassment protections when it comes to free speech in the workplace.
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Sexual Harassment: ‘Friends’ TV Show’s ‘Creative Necessity’ Defense to Harassment Claim Proceeds to Jury; 3 Tips to Keep You Out of Court
When courts evaluate harassment claims, they take into account that work environments differ. But in a new case, a California appellate court has said a defense that sexual banter was necessary to the employer’s creative process won’t keep the employer from facing a jury.