The Buffalo School Board has recently been the focus of public attention following allegations of sexual harassment involving one of its members and the manner in which the allegations were addressed.
As part of The Buffalo News’ ongoing coverage of the matter, reporter Ben Tsujimoto interviewed Buffalo attorney Barry Covert, to provide legal analysis on how allegations of sexual harassment may be handled within an entity such as the Buffalo School Board.
As Barry Covert’s interview with The Buffalo News suggests, the recent situation with the Buffalo School Board raises important legal issues concerning workplace investigations, confidentiality, governance, due process, and conflicts of interest.
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Legal Analysis on Latest Developments in Investigations of Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Allegations Made Against Gov. Andrew Cuomo
Regional and national media outlets continue to report on the latest developments in the investigations of sexual harassment and misconduct allegations made against New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo.
Fox News recently aired a report on new comments made to the Albany Times Union by one of Gov. Cuomo accuser’s. Labor and Employment attorney Robert L. Boreanaz was interviewed to provide legal analysis for the report.
In the report, Fox News correspondent Bryan Llenas stated that one of Gov. Cuomo’s accusers has spoken out for the first time by providing comment to the Albany Times Union. Llenas went on to state that the accuser, who is a current aide who says Cuomo aggressively sexually groped her, told the Albany Times Union that the harassment was the culmination of two years of grooming.
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How to Deal With Harassment or Discrimination at Work
Harassment or discrimination in the workplace can be a major source of anxiety, pain, and confusion. Your employer should provide a safe environment where you are treated with respect and you can be productive. If you are experiencing harassment or discrimination at work, there are several things you can do to protect yourself.