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Having run a practice for over a decade focused on EEO matters such as sexual harassment and discrimination issues in the workplace, the phrase hostile work environment is used frequently and is often misunderstood. The Actual Definition According to dictionary.com one of the definitions of “hostile” is “a person or thing that is antagonistic or…

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Day, we want to talk about women’s equality in the workplace. For many decades, the American workforce was dominated by men. Even with all the progress we’ve made in recent years, there are still many lingering effects of the past. It’s estimated women account for almost half the…

Leadership in corporate America is changing. Our definitions of inclusivity and equity have evolved. Today, businesses are cultivating more diverse, blended leadership teams. This emphasis on increased diversity isn’t just about public image – it’s about building leadership teams with a wide range of experience and viewpoints. It’s, in part, about attracting and retaining valuable…

Source: MGoBlog On Flickr Whether you follow the NFL or not, you’ve more than likely heard the name Urban Meyer in recent weeks. To give you the short version, Urban Meyer was the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, who was unceremoniously fired after a series of public incidents. Nearly all of these instances compromised…

The benefits of executive coaching don’t just fall in the realm of leaders’ personal development. Although every good leader seeks to better themselves and their skills, most turn to executive coaching because it strengthens their businesses in the long run. Professional executive coaching has far-reaching benefits that benefit everyone in a company, from leaders to…

Cosponsored by the NJSBA Labor and Employment Law Section and NJSBA Cannabis Law Committee Format/Skill Level: Webinar Location: Online Date: December 15, 2021 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET Register Here Moderator/Speaker: Patricia Barasch, Esq. Past President, NELA Schall and Barasch, Moorestown Robert Szyba, Esq. Seyfarth Shaw, LLP, New York City Past Editor in…

We all know a leader that just has it. They walk into the room and the air changes. They make a decision and it’s respected, simply because of the way they speak. They carry the weight of leadership upon their shoulders, and yet they act confidently and clearly. So, what exactly is this undefinable “it”…

When it comes to new workplace sexual harassment laws, New York State and New York City have been at the forefront of what has become a trend for the rest of the country. It seems both the State and the City have been making a strong effort to crack down on discrimination and harassment under…

HBO’s latest hit show, Succession, quickly made waves with its power-hungry characters and cut-throat family drama. It’s reported that season two’s episodes averaged a whopping 5 million viewers each. People can’t get enough of the Roy family – no matter how dysfunctional they may be. Succession centers on Waystar RoyCo, a global media and entertainment…