From Harvey Weinstein to [Insert Name Here]: Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace and What to Do When Claims are Made

Concerns about sexual misconduct in the workplace have grown more acute following the recent wave of sexual harassment scandals, and you don’t need to be a cable news network, a Hollywood production company, a media mogul or a politician to feel the ripple effect from the upsurge of workplace sexual harassment claims. Employers, HR professionals and in-house counsel must be proactive in creating a harassment-free workplace and knowledgeable about what to do when sexual harassment claims are made as the topic continues to take center stage.

In this session, we will cover:

• Legal recommendations for managing and preventing harassment in an organization
• The choices HR has if it notices or learns of a #MeToo posting by an employee
• Best practices for handling a sexual harassment investigation