Sexual harassment allegation throws spotlight on Uber’s reputation

Feb 21, 2017
Uber has a PR crisis on its hands, and this one has nothing to do with the CEO advising President Donald Trump or alleged strike-breaking in New York. This scandal is related to a former Uber employee’s allegations of sexual harassment at the company and of an inadequate response. Uber has promised an urgent investigation […]

Advertising agencies get a message on diversity

Oct 12, 2016
Corporate clients ask agencies to change their practices — or else.
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Is McDonald's at fault for franchisee labor practices?

Oct 6, 2016
A new trend in labor law says companies can be held accountable when problems occur
McDonald's restaurant is seen September 10, 2016 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
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Fox settles sexual harassment lawsuit, with an apology

Sep 6, 2016
Former anchor Gretchen Carlson gets a reported $20 million from the network.
Roger Ailes enters a car outside the News Corp building in July in New York City. Fox will reportedly pay Gretchen Carlson $20 million as part of the settlement after a sexual assault lawsuit against Ailes.

 
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More companies insure against employee harassment

Aug 29, 2016
Employment practices liability insurance has exploded in recent decades.
Former Fox anchor Gretchen Carlson has sued former Fox News chair Roger Ailes for sexual harassment.
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