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Employment Attorneys See Business Gains Amid Weinstein Scandal

The heightened awareness of sexual harassment in the workplace has resulted in a surge of client calls to plaintiffs attorneys who litigate such claims.Meanwhile, defense attorneys, bracing for more litigation, said they are fielding more calls from corporate clients that want training conferences and advice on how to handle internal complaints and internal investigations.

17 minute read December 01, 2017 at 12:03 AM
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Christine Simmons
Employment Attorneys See Business Gains Amid Weinstein Scandal

While labor and employment practices aren't usually known as the most profitable groups at large firms, some are predicting an uptick in business. For plaintiffs attorneys and corporate defense lawyers handling employment matters, #MeToo may translate into a surge in new clients.

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