Offensive Music at Work Backs Harassment Suit by Women, Man (1)

Employers can be liable under federal harassment law when sexually graphic music is played in the workplace even if employees of both sexes find it offensive, the Ninth Circuit ruled Wednesday.

The decision revives claims by a group of warehouse workers in Nevada against wholesale apparel distributor S&S Activewear LLC under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

It serves as a warning to employers in Alaska, Arizona, California, six other states, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands. The decision may also have broad implications for the ability of workers in those states and territories to protect themselves against ...