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Settlement – $300,000Judge
Court
USDC Central
Attorneys
Plaintiff
Defendant
Dorothy A. Schouten
(Office of the U.S. Attorney)
Facts
From 1989 to 1993, the plaintiff, a laborer in her early 30s, was employed in a male-dominated, public sector work place. She allegedly suffered a hostile work environment and harassment directed at her, including one co-worker threatening to rape her. The plaintiff alleged she was forced from her job and suffered depression and symptoms similar to post-traumatic stress disorder. The plaintiff alleged verbal harassment only and no physical harassment. The plaintiff brought this action against the defendant based on civil rights violations and sexual harassment theories of recovery.
Settlement Discussions
The settlement discussions were not disclosed.
Specials in Evidence
$10,000 $_______ $_______ $10,000
Damages
The plaintiff claimed in excess of $500,000 in damages and attorney's fees.
Injuries
The plaintiff alleged that she suffered depression and symptoms similar to post-traumatic stress disorder requiring continuing psychotherapy and medication as a result of the work-related incidents.
Other Information
The settlement was reached approximately one year and four months after the case was filed.
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