Legal Articles, General Practice

U.S. Department of State Sets Strict Definitions Regarding Sexual Harassment

Blog post on the US Department of State's definitions of sexual harassment.

Harvard Grads Allege University Failed to Prevent Sexual Assault and Harassment

Article on case of Harvard University involving sexual assault and harassment.

Federal Court Finds Waiver of Subrogation By Tenants In Residential Lease Unenforceable

In Allstate New Jersey Insurance Company v. Avalon Bay Communities, the District Court of New Jersey ruled that a waiver of subrogation by tenants in a residential lease was unenforceable because it contravened public policy and was vague and ambiguous.

A Brief Guide to Purchasing Auto Insurance

In Florida, The Required Auto Insurance Coverages are not Adequate to Protect You in Case of an Accident

California Community Property Basics

This article will briefly highlight how real and personal property is divided according to California law.

Dept. of Education: Efficiency in Reporting Sexual Harassment

Blog post on the guidelines set out by the Department of Education on how to best handle reports of sexual harassment.

Professor Sues Wesleyan For Alleged Mishandling of Harassment Complaint

Blog post on Wesleyan University being sued for its alleged mishandling of a sexual harassment claim.

Connecticut Pursues Greater Interest, Upholds Protection of Reporting Officers

Blog post on Connecticut's efforts to protect police officers who report other officers for sexual harassment.

EEOC Finds Growing Trend In Male Reports of Sexual Harassment

Blog post on the increasing trend of men reporting instances of sexual harassment.

Bristol Mayor Retaliates Against Connecticut Employee's Report of Sexual Harassment

Blog post on the result of a sexual harassment and retaliation claim brought against the mayor of Bristol.

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