Labor/Employment,
Government
Oct. 17, 2019
The legal norms are a-changin’ in the post #MeToo era
What used to be OK, tolerated, and even justified as (i.e., “that’s just the way he is”) is simply not OK in workplaces in the post-#MeToo era.
Nancy E. Yaffe
Partner
Fox Rothschild LLP
Phone: (310) 598-4160
Email: nyaffe@foxrothschild.com
Nancy focuses her practice on employment law counseling and litigation for businesses, with an emphasis on problem prevention. She proudly serves as co-chair of the firm's Women's Initiative.
What used to be OK, tolerated, and even justified as (i.e., "that's just the way he is") is simply not OK in workplaces in the post-#MeToo era.
It used to be OK to date (or hook up) with work colleagues. Many people have done it. Many still do, but the risk of workplace dating, and the aftermath of the break-up, is a heck of a lot riskier (especially for the person in the more powerful position).
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