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just had to write about a federal court decision from earlier in 2024 that I finally got around to reading. It serves as a critical reminder for employers: All complaints about a hostile work environment must be taken seriously—even when they involve a comedian hired to entertain at a company eve
nt. What Happene
d? At a company retreat, a comedian hired by the CEO made several offensive jokes that included racial stereotypes and sexist remarks. The company’s CFO found the performance “incredibly offensive” and “insulting” because it degraded women and minorities. She reported her concerns to the CEO, stating that