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Jul. 10, 2025

How ignoring harassment allegations cost the LAPD $4M

A recent California appellate court decision underscores that employers must take prompt, meaningful action in response to harassment allegations, as a failure to do so can not only escalate the harm but also result in significant liability.

Ryan H. Wessels

Senior Associate
Farella Braun + Martel LLP

Employment

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How ignoring harassment allegations cost the LAPD $4M
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A recent California appellate court decision -- Carranza v. City of Los Angeles -- reminds employers of their duties in responding to allegations of sexual harassment. The $4 million verdict also cautions employers about the consequences of failing to take immediate and appropriate corrective action.

The decision

Lilian Carranza was a captain in the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) who learned that a ph...

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