Sex-Based Harassment in the Workplace: Protecting Your Practice

Sex-based discrimination and harassment employment claims remain at a high in the wake of the #MeToo movement. Make sure your practice is not caught off guard by learning how to identify a sex-based harassment concern, not limited to those based on gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy, etc., and how to respond promptly and appropriately to protect your employees and minimize the risk of a potentially costly lawsuit.

Amy M. Mensik is a partner with the law firm of Witherspoon Kelley in Spokane, Washington, and devotes her practice to assisting employers with employment law risk management and litigation defense. She enjoys helping employers find compliant, business-minded solutions to everyday workplace and employment law issues, not limited to alleged discrimination, leave management, disability accommodations, and related employee-management concerns. She also presents frequently to business managers and HR professionals and participates regularly with employer organizations dedicated to tracking legislation affecting the workplace.