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CONFIDENTIAL

Aug. 8, 1998

Employment Law
Sexual Harassment
Retaliation

Confidential

Settlement –  $35,000

Judge

Marlene A. Kristovich

Court

L.A. Superior Central


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Michael Posner


Defendant

Melanie E. Lomax


Facts

The plaintiff, a senior clerk typist, was employed by the defendant company. She alleged that her former supervisors made inappropriate comments including references to her as a "bitch," and labeling her as a troublemaker. She further alleged she was not promoted to a secretary position after she filed a complaint about an alleged hostile environment. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendants, alleging sexual harassment, gender discrimination and failure to promote

Settlement Discussions

The plaintiff made a settlement demand for $75,000.

Damages

The plaintiff claimed $4,500 in lost earnings.

Injuries

The plaintiff allegedly suffered emotional distress.

Other Information

The settlement was reached approximately nine months after the case was filed.


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