Welcome to Hostile Work Environment, the podcast where top legal experts break down workplace rights, discrimination, sexual harassment, and employment law in real-world terms. Hosted by Derek Smith, owner of Derek Smith Law Group, and Dawn Demaio, Head of HR with over a decade of experience, this show dives deep into the legal side of toxic workplaces, employee rights, and workplace misconduct. With over 30 years of legal expertise, our hosts explore real cases, legal insights, and expert i ...
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How to Fight Harassment + The $1.8M Philly Case That Made History
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1:00:17In this powerful episode of Hostile Work Environment, Derek and Dawn dive deep into the fundamentals of workplace harassment—what it is, how to identify it, and what legal standards apply. Then, they’re joined by special guest Ian Bryson, senior trial attorney at the Derek Smith Law Group, who walks us through his landmark $1.8 million jury verdict…
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Legal and HR Perspectives on Sexual Harassment: A Lawyer's Expertise and HR Director's Story
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40:49Welcome to the first episode of Hostile Work Environment, the podcast that pulls back the curtain on workplace misconduct, employee rights, and employment law. Hosted by Derek Smith, owner of Derek Smith Law Group, and Dawn Demaio, Head of HR and a seasoned paralegal, this episode tackles one of the most pressing issues in workplace law—sexual hara…
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