- The number of gender-based harassment charges filed with the EEOC reached an all-time high of 13,055 for the most recent fiscal year;
- The agency reported a nearly 14% increase in sexual harassment charges and a 50% increase in lawsuits alleging sexual harassment;
- The agency recovered $505 million in relief for victims of workplace discrimination, including nearly $70 million for victims of sexual harassment; and
- The agency filed 199 new lawsuits seeking relief for workplace discrimination.
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Paul R. Monsees
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Paul R. Monsees is a partner and litigation lawyer with Foley & Lardner LLP. He has extensive experience analyzing, litigating and resolving complex commercial disputes.
