There Is No Shortage of Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Claims in California
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape for harassment, discrimination, and retaliation litigation. In addition to novel claims arising out of remote work, there also has been an uptick in internal and external complaints alleging discrimination and harassment based on the ever-growing list of California protected categories. Employees, empowered by social justice movements, are more likely than ever to speak up—and litigate—these issues. The increasing number of complaints, aggressive enforcement by various agencies, and activist juries have created the perfect storm for employer liability. This session will provide an overview of California law, analyze recent theories of liability, and present proactive strategies for minimizing risk.